The main suspect in the murder of a Hindu police officer in Bangladesh, Ahmad Raza Hasan Mehdi, was detained at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. Sources revealed Mehdi was attempting to escape to Europe but was intercepted by immigration. After completing the necessary legal procedures, he was deported to Bangladesh.
According to sources, Ahmad Raza Hasan Mehdi claimed responsibility for the murder of Hindu police officer Santosh Sharma in a police station in Bangladesh in 2024. His confession video went viral on social media, alerting security agencies.
On August 5, 2024, amid intense protests against then-Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, widespread violence erupted in Bangladesh. Sub-Inspector Santosh Chaudhary, stationed at Baniachang Police Station, was lynched by a mob. Reports also identify him as Santosh Sharma. The violent mob assaulted the police station.
Source: aajtak
The officer was allegedly targeted, and after being murdered, his body was hung from a tree. On the day of the incident, clashes between protesters and police resulted in nine deaths from police firing in the Baniachang area, leading to chaos.
Reports emerged of violence, arson, and looting. Various accounts suggest Hindu community members and their religious sites were targeted. Ahmad Raza Hasan Mehdi was a prominent suspect in the murder case.
It's reported that Mehdi publicly claimed responsibility for the murder. However, the investigation and legal processes remain within Bangladesh's jurisdiction. His arrest at the Delhi airport signifies effective coordination among security agencies. Immigration officials acted swiftly to prevent his escape. He's now been sent back to Bangladesh for further legal proceedings.
