Cumilla:A court in Cumilla has sentenced eight individuals to rigorous imprisonment terms in connection with a robbery case that was filed nearly 19 years ago in Sadar South upazila. The verdict was delivered by Judge Sheikh Sadi Rahman of Joint Sessions Court-12.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, one of the accused, Abad Mia, received a 10-year prison sentence, while the other seven—Rofiqul Islam, Monir Hossain, Abul Khayer alias Monir, Dulal Mia, Tajul Islam, Mojibur Rahman, and Abdur Rahim alias Rahim—were each sentenced to eight years. Each convict was also fined Tk 10,000, with an additional two-month imprisonment if they fail to pay the fine.
The case dates back to April 10, 2007, when a group of robbers broke into the home of Harun Majumder in Uttarpara of Rakas, Sadar South upazila. The robbers held the family hostage and looted eight tolas of gold ornaments, Tk 20,000 in cash, and other household items. Harun Majumder filed a case with the Sadar South Police Station the following day.
Following an investigation, police submitted a charge sheet on December 26, 2007. However, the court acquitted another accused, Kamal Hossain, as the charges against him were not proven.