Owner of Bogura Cybertech Arrested in Dhaka, Remand Granted

Mohammad Ali Zahid, 45, the owner of the computer education institute Cybertech in Bogura, has been arrested in Dhaka. He is the son of the late Professor Abdus Sattar of Kamargari area in Bogura town. Zahid was apprehended on 6 December at around 8:30 pm near Technical Mor, Dhaka, while attempting to flee abroad. He was later produced before the Dhaka CMM Court on Sunday, which granted a three-day remand. SI Sajib Ahmed of the Kotwali Police Station of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police confirmed the arrest.

Police reports indicate that the case against Zahid was filed by a widow from Bogura, Mrs Mostafiya Ferdousi, who is the mother of three children. Her husband passed away in 2018. While attending a computer course in Bogura town, she became acquainted with Mohammad Ali Zahid. Their acquaintance led to their marriage on 5 May 2019, with a dowry of two lakh taka agreed upon.

Following their marriage, Zahid began pressuring Mrs Ferdousi to invest money in his business, claiming it as a loan. Between 2019 and January 2025, Zahid, along with other accused parties, allegedly extracted a total of 5 million taka from her under the pretext of business loans. Despite repeated requests for repayment, Zahid and his accomplices continuously delayed the return by setting various dates.

After Mrs Ferdousi lodged a complaint with the police, Zahid was arrested in connection with the case. Police emphasised that his attempted escape abroad made his capture particularly significant. The accused is currently in remand, and investigations are ongoing under the direction of the court.

This incident highlights that the law will not tolerate exploitation of personal life or financial security under the guise of property or business dealings. The investigation will also focus on providing compensation to the complainant. A deeper look into the case reveals how prolonged financial manipulations and unethical pressures can profoundly affect individuals’ lives.

Local residents and social observers have voiced that misusing business identities to exploit others’ finances is unacceptable under any circumstances. Law enforcement agencies are closely monitoring the situation and are striving to ensure a swift and fair resolution.

The arrest and subsequent remand of Mohammad Ali Zahid have been widely reported by local and national media, underscoring the authorities’ firm stance on economic crimes and fraud. The case reflects the ongoing commitment of law enforcement to address financial exploitation rigorously.