Police have announced a reward for information leading to the identification of a suspect involved in an alleged attempted rape of a female student at Jahangirnagar University (JU).
In a press release issued by police headquarters, law enforcement agencies said efforts are underway to identify the individual seen in CCTV footage in connection with the incident.
The public has been urged to share any information regarding the suspect’s identity, whereabouts, or related details via WhatsApp at 01320-089305. Authorities assured that the identity of informants will be kept strictly confidential and that credible information will be rewarded.
According to the case details, the incident occurred after 11pm on 12 May when the student was walking near the area adjacent to the old Fazilatunnesa Hall and the extended section of Al-Beruni Hall. The victim was reportedly dragged into nearby bushes and subjected to an attempted sexual assault.
Following the incident, Deputy Registrar of the university’s security branch, Md Jefrul Hasan Chowdhury, filed a case at Ashulia Police Station against an unidentified suspect on charges of attempted rape and attempted murder.
Police said the investigation is ongoing, with CCTV footage being examined to trace the suspect.
