A horrifying incident in Bhola’s Tajumuddin Upazila has sparked outrage across the region. A housewife was allegedly gang-raped while her husband was held hostage and tortured overnight for extortion. The victim is currently undergoing medical treatment, and a case has been filed against several local political activists affiliated with opposition parties.
Incident Overview
The incident began on the night of Saturday, June 28, when Md. Rubel—a hotel worker based in Dhaka—responded to a call from his third wife, Jharna Begum, and traveled to the Kamarpatti area in Tajumuddin, Bhola. Upon arrival, Rubel was ambushed by a group of men who demanded BDT 400,000 to 500,000 (approximately USD 3,500–4,500) as extortion. When he refused, he was brutally beaten with iron rods, hammers, and metal pipes throughout the night.
Unable to pay the demanded amount, Rubel’s attackers forced him to call his first wife, asking her to bring money. She arrived at the scene around 11 AM on Sunday, June 29, carrying only BDT 10,000. Enraged, the attackers reportedly beat Rubel again in front of her and pressured her for more money. Eventually, they reduced the demand to BDT 100,000.
The first wife called Rubel’s father-in-law to arrange the money. While they were waiting for the funds, the perpetrators took Rubel outside under the pretense of having tea, leaving the housewife alone. It was then, according to the complaint, that the housewife was gang-raped inside the house by multiple men in succession.
Accused and Political Links
The case filed at the Tajumuddin police station names the following individuals:
Md. Farid Uddin Joint General Secretary of Tajumuddin Upazila unit of the BNP-backed Sramik Dal, Md. Alauddin Youth activist of the BNP’s youth wing, Jubo Dal, Md. Rasel Ahmed Convener of the Chhatra Dal (BNP’s student wing) at Tajumuddin Government College, Md. Sajib Joint Convener of the same Chhatra Dal unit
In addition, 6–7 unidentified individuals have also been named. Police have also detained Jharna Begum, Rubel’s third wife, for alleged involvement in the incident.
Victim Family’s Statement
Rubel and his wife stated that they were warned not to report the matter to police or anyone else. After returning to their home in Shambhupur Union, the traumatized housewife attempted suicide twice. With the help of neighbors, she eventually called the emergency police hotline (999).
Later that night, police arrived and took the victims into custody for safety. On Monday, the housewife was admitted to Bhola 250-bed General Hospital, where she is receiving treatment in the gynecology department. Dr. Aminul Islam, the attending physician, confirmed her condition is under medical observation.
Police and Authorities’ Response
Tajumuddin Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Mohabbat Khan confirmed that a case has been filed by Rubel, accusing 11 individuals of rape, extortion, and assault. Of them, seven are named. One suspect is currently in police custody for interrogation, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend the remaining accused.
Superintendent of Police Md. Shariful Haque stated, “The investigation is ongoing. If the allegations are substantiated, strict legal action will be taken.”
Accused Deny Charges
Md. Rasel Ahmed, convener of the Chhatra Dal unit at Tajumuddin College, denied the allegations, claiming he does not even live in the area and that the charges are politically motivated. Another accused, Zainal Abedin, also denied involvement, suggesting that he is being framed due to his candidacy for the student organization’s leadership.
Omar Asad Rintu, Member Secretary of the BNP’s Tajumuddin Upazila unit, said, “We are aware of the allegations. If proven true, the party will take disciplinary action against the individuals involved.”
Publication Date: 01 July, 2025
Reports published in various newspapers on this issue: ittefaq, itvbd, bdnews24, dailyjanakantha, somoynews
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