A youth was shot and robbed by armed muggers in the Suti Khalpar area of Jatrabari Tuesday night.
The injured is Md Zahid, 25, a garment worker, of Lakmipura village under Raipura police station in Narsingdi. He was residing in Gendaria's Glass Factory area.
The attackers fled with his mobile phone and wallet after opening fire.
The incident occurred around 11:30pm. Passers-by rescued Zahid and rushed him to Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) for treatment.
Hridoy, a passer-by who brought Zahid to the hospital, described the scene: "I was walking by when I saw a young man lying on the road, bleeding from his leg. Later, I learned that robbers shot him while escaping with his phone and wallet."
Zahid suffered a gunshot wound to his left leg.
Despite multiple attempts, Jatrabari police station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Kamruzzaman Talukder could not be reached for comment.
However, Inspector Md Faruk, in-charge of the DMCH police camp, confirmed that a gunshot victim from Jatrabari was admitted and is undergoing treatment.
Police officials stated that law enforcement is actively investigating the incident. CCTV footage is being reviewed, and a drive is underway to track down the perpetrators.
Rising crime in Jatrabari
Locals have expressed concern over the increasing number of robberies in Suti Khalpar and surrounding areas.
Criminals are reportedly targeting individuals walking alone on deserted roads, particularly at night.
Residents have urged authorities to intensify police patrols to curb such incidents.
