Police Release Suspect’s Photo in Hadi Attack, Reward Announced

Police have initially identified one individual in connection with the shooting of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the Inqilab Mancha and an independent parliamentary candidate for the Dhaka-8 constituency. In connection with the incident, a photograph of the suspected person has been released to the public. Law enforcement authorities have requested that anyone who has information about the suspect inform the police. At the same time, they have announced that the identity of informants will be kept confidential and that a suitable reward will be provided for effective and reliable information.

These details were disclosed in a press release issued by the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on Saturday (13 December). According to the press release, members of the public who possess reliable or confirmed information regarding the suspect involved in the attack are requested to contact the police without delay. The DMP stated that the identity of anyone providing information would be fully protected. It was also noted that if the information proves to be accurate and helpful in the investigation, a suitable reward would be given as an incentive.

According to the DMP, on Friday (12 December), Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the Inqilab Mancha, was seriously injured in an attack carried out by motorcycle-borne assailants. The incident took place in the Bijoynagar Box Culvert area of the capital. Following the attack, the Dhaka Metropolitan Police initiated an intensified operation across the capital with the aim of identifying and arresting those responsible. The press release mentioned that, considering the seriousness and sensitivity of the incident, multiple police teams have been deployed and are actively working on the ground.

The press release further stated that CCTV footage from areas surrounding the scene of the incident was collected and analysed thoroughly. This included footage from the time of the attack as well as moments immediately afterwards. Through careful and detailed examination of these CCTV recordings, police were able to initially identify one individual visible in the images. Law enforcement authorities believe that this person may be connected to the attack on Sharif Osman Hadi. On the basis of this identification, police are continuing their efforts to locate and arrest the suspect as quickly as possible. Members of the police and other law enforcement agencies remain actively engaged in this operation.

The DMP also said that anyone who has information regarding the suspect’s identity, current whereabouts or movements is requested to contact the police promptly. In particular, the police have urged members of the public who have confirmed information about the suspect’s present location, travel patterns or place of shelter to come forward without hesitation. For this purpose, the DMP has requested that such information be communicated to the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Motijheel at 01320040080, the Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Paltan at 01320040132, or the national emergency service number 999.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police further emphasised that public cooperation is extremely important for bringing the attackers swiftly under the purview of the law. They noted that any information related to the incident could play a significant role in advancing the investigation. The police have therefore called upon all concerned citizens to assist law enforcement authorities by sharing any relevant information they may have regarding the suspect or the attack.