Dhaka, Dec 13 (V7N)- The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has sought public assistance in identifying the suspect involved in the shooting of Sharif Osman Hadi, a potential independent candidate for the Dhaka-8 constituency and spokesperson of Inqilab Manch.

The request was published on Saturday on the official DMP website, DMP News. In its statement, the police assured that the identity of anyone providing information would be kept strictly confidential and that a suitable reward has been arranged for accurate and effective information.

According to the DMP, anyone with information about the suspect or his whereabouts is requested to contact the nearest police station or call the designated numbers immediately. Information can also be provided through the national emergency service 999.

Contact Numbers for Information:

  • Deputy Commissioner of Police (DC), Motijheel: 01320040080
  • Officer-in-Charge (OC), Paltan Police Station: 01320040132
  • National Emergency Service: 999

The DMP reiterated that all informants’ identities will remain fully confidential.

It may be recalled that Sharif Osman Hadi was shot in the Bijoynagar Box Culvert area of the capital on Friday (December 12) afternoon. Following the incident, police have launched extensive operations across Dhaka to track down and arrest those involved.

Osman Hadi is currently undergoing treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Evercare Hospital, where his condition is being closely monitored.

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