Summary:
- Chhatra Dal leader Shawon Islam arrested for assaulting traffic police in Jessore
- Officer’s nose broken after being punched for asking to move a parked motorcycle
- Incident occurred on Jail Road, causing traffic congestion and public disturbance
- Local student political leadership acknowledges altercation, promises disciplinary action
A traffic police constable’s nose was broken after being punched by a student leader in Jessore, Bangladesh on Saturday evening. The incident occurred when the officer asked the accused to move his motorcycle from the road.
Shawon Islam, General Secretary of Jessore Government City College Chhatra Dal, was arrested around 8 PM on Saturday following the altercation. The confrontation took place in front of LabAid Hospital on Jail Road, where traffic police member Shariful Islam was on duty.
According to police sources, Shawon had parked his motorcycle on the road, causing traffic congestion. When Constable Shariful asked him to move the vehicle, an argument ensued. The situation escalated when Shawon punched the police officer in the face, breaking his nose and tearing his uniform, said Mafuzur Rahman, District Traffic Police Inspector.
Rahman added, “Shawon said, ‘Do you know who I am? Even a Traffic Sergeant can’t move my motorcycle. And you!’ before punching Shariful.” The injured officer was admitted to a hospital for treatment.
Other traffic police members arrived at the scene and detained Shawon, handing him over to Kotwali Police Station. A case has been filed regarding the incident.
Rajedur Rahman Sagar, President of the District Chhatra Dal, stated, “I’ve heard about an argument between the City College Chhatra Dal Secretary Sabuj and traffic police. I don’t know about the nose-breaking incident. However, if any organizational disciplinary rules were violated, action will be taken without exception.”
The incident highlights tensions between law enforcement and student political groups in Bangladesh. Authorities are expected to investigate the matter further as it raises concerns about respect for law enforcement and public order.
