Police announce reward for information to trace suspect over JU 'attempted rape'

Police have announced a reward for information leading to the identification of the suspect who attempted to rape a female student at Jahangirnagar University (JU).

Police Headquarters issued an urgent public awareness message on Saturday

The law enforcement agencies are working to identify the man seen in CCTV footage in connection with the attack and rape attempt, said a press release.

Police also requested anyone with information regarding the suspect’s identity, whereabouts or any related details to contact them through WhatsApp at 01320-089305.

The identity of the informant will be kept completely confidential and a reward will be given for reliable information, it said.

The incident took place after 11PM on Tuesday when the student was passing through an area adjacent to the old Fazilatunnesa Hall and the extended part of Al-Beruni Hall.

A man dragged her into nearby bushes and attempted to rape her.

Later, Deputy Registrar of the university’s security branch, Md Jefrul Hasan Chowdhury, filed a case with Ashulia Police Station against an unidentified person on charges of attempted rape and attempted murder.