The main suspect in the killing of Osman Hadi has been sent to judicial custody in India after completing a period of police interrogation, during which investigators claim he admitted involvement—an allegation he later denied publicly.
Faisal Karim Masud and his associate Alamgir Hossain were produced before a court in West Bengal on Sunday. After hearing the case, the court ordered both to remain in jail custody for 12 days. They are expected to appear again before the court on April 2.
Detention Near Border
The two men were detained on March 8 from Bongaon, a border area close to Bangladesh. Initially arrested on charges related to illegal entry, they were later taken into police custody for questioning by the Special Task Force (STF) for two weeks.
After the remand period ended, authorities presented them before a magistrate in North 24 Parganas. Standard medical checks were conducted before their court appearance.
Conflicting Statements
While speaking to reporters outside the court, Faisal denied any involvement in the killing, stating clearly that he had no connection to the crime. He avoided responding to questions about whether he had been falsely accused.
In contrast, STF officials indicated that both suspects had acknowledged their role in the attack during interrogation, creating a contradiction between official claims and the accused’s public stance.
Details of the Killing
Osman Hadi, a figure linked to a civic movement, was shot in Dhaka on December 12 last year. He was later transferred to Singapore for treatment but died from his injuries on December 18.
Bangladeshi investigators identified Faisal, reportedly a former নেতা of a banned student group, as a key suspect. According to law enforcement sources, the attackers used a motorcycle, and both Faisal and Alamgir were allegedly present at the scene.
Authorities said the suspects fled Bangladesh shortly after the incident, crossing into India through a border route in Mymensingh district.
Return Process in Motion
Officials in Bangladesh have begun the legal process to bring the suspects back from India. Coordination between the two countries is underway to complete the necessary procedures.
Earlier, a charge sheet was filed against 17 individuals in connection with the case, with 12 already in custody in Bangladesh. Investigators continue efforts to trace others linked to the incident.
The case remains under close watch as legal proceedings continue in India and preparations for extradition move forward.
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