13 November 2026 – Brahmanbaria:- A Hindu businessman’s sweets shop was allegedly attacked, vandalised and looted by a group of individuals in Ruposhi Uttar Bazar, Bancharampur Upazila, Brahmanbaria district, on Tuesday.
The shop, owned by Tapas Ghosh, reportedly came under a sudden attack. According to the victim, the attackers vandalised the establishment, causing damage estimated at more than Tk 50,000, and allegedly looted Tk 37,790 in cash.
Tapas Ghosh further alleged that he was physically assaulted when he attempted to resist the attackers and prevent them from looting his shop.
The incident has reportedly triggered fear and anxiety among members of the local minority community.
Following the attack, Tapas Ghosh filed a case at Bancharampur Police Station, naming approximately eight individuals as accused. Those identified include Bidyut Mia, Saddam Mia, Naim Mia, Sujon Mia, Hanif Mia and Anwarul Islam, along with three others.
