Gazipur, Feb 08, (V7N) — On the night of February 7, around 10 PM, an attack occurred at the residence of AKM Mozammel Haque, the former Minister of Liberation War Affairs, in the Dheerashram area of Gazipur. A group of individuals attempted to break into the house, which led to a violent confrontation with local Awami League leaders and activists. As a result, at least 15 people were injured during the clash.

According to eyewitnesses, the attackers were seen loitering around Haque’s house after sunset. They then launched a sudden assault, breaking into the property and causing extensive damage. A loudspeaker announcement from a nearby mosque declared that robbers had arrived at the scene, prompting local residents and Awami League members to rush to the location in an attempt to thwart the attack. This quickly escalated into a violent confrontation, resulting in injuries to several individuals.

The injured were taken to the Gazipur Shaheed Tajuddin Ahmad Medical College for treatment. Of the injured, eight individuals with serious injuries were transferred to hospitals in Dhaka for further medical care.

The situation was eventually brought under control after the intervention of army personnel who arrived at the scene.

Multiple attempts to contact Ariful Islam, the Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Gazipur Metropolitan Police, for an official statement were unsuccessful.

It is important to note that AKM Mozammel Haque has been under investigation by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) for alleged illicit wealth accumulation. The ACC has reportedly discovered that Haque owns multiple assets, including two buildings in Joydebpur, bank deposits, investments, and a substantial landholding of 792 decimals in Gazipur. Moreover, he is accused of issuing fake freedom fighter certificates in exchange for significant sums of money.

This attack is the latest in a series of incidents that highlight the escalating political tensions in the region. The involvement of local Awami League members suggests the possibility of political motivations behind the attack, although further investigation is necessary to ascertain the precise motives of the perpetrators.

The authorities are expected to carry out a thorough investigation to identify those responsible for the attack and determine the underlying reasons. The local community is on edge, awaiting updates on the case and the authorities’ actions in the coming days.

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