A human rights organization has expressed deep concern over the death of a young man in Bangladesh’s Satkhira district, reportedly due to severe torture by Bangladeshi Army personnel. The incident occurred when 22-year-old Ismail Hossain, riding a motorcycle without a helmet with two friends on January 29, was stopped by an army patrol near Kakbashia Bazar. The army members allegedly subjected Hossain to brutal assault, resulting in his immediate death.
The rights group, Justice Makers Bangladesh in France (JMBF), revealed that the army patrol quickly left the scene after the incident, causing unrest among local residents. The victim’s family and the community have demanded a fair investigation and strict punishment for those accountable. The JMBF emphasized that such acts of violence by law enforcement against civilians violate fundamental human rights and international laws.
According to the JMBF, any extrajudicial violence or death caused by security forces raises serious concerns in a democratic state committed to upholding human rights. Shahanur Islam, Founder President of JMBF, highlighted the need for an independent and impartial investigation into the incident in Ashashuni, stressing the importance of holding the perpetrators accountable. The organization urged the UN Human Rights Council, international human rights bodies, and foreign missions in Bangladesh to take action following a thorough probe.
