Raju, the alleged lover of Cumilla schoolgirl Jannatul Tanjim, who was allegedly killed by an auto-rickshaw driver, has been arrested by Cox’s Bazar Sadar Model Police Station and handed over to Cumilla police.
Police said Raju was arrested around 10:00 pm on October 11 from the Kolatoli area of Cox’s Bazar. He was later handed over to the Detective Branch (DB) of Cumilla Police on Monday.
Cox’s Bazar Sadar Model Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Sheikh Mohammad Ali confirmed the arrest and handover.
According to police, investigators used information and communication technology (ICT) to investigate the murder of seventh-grade student Jannatul Tanjim. During the investigation, police reportedly found Raju’s alleged involvement in the case.
Police further said Tanjim had come to Cox’s Bazar with Raju after they had reportedly been in a relationship for around 18 days. The two allegedly stayed overnight at a resort in the Meghla area, where they reportedly introduced themselves as husband and wife. Raju later accompanied Tanjim back toward Cumilla.
Raju is the son of Monir Ahmed of Boroghop village under Fasiakhali Union in Lama upazila of Bandarban.
The death of Tanjim had sparked concern and outrage after her body was recovered. Her relatives and local residents have demanded a proper investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death and urged law enforcement agencies to ensure justice.
Police said further investigation is underway to establish the exact circumstances of the incident and the involvement of those connected to the case.
SM/CitizenTimes
Report by: Cox's Bazar Correspondet
