Bangladesh Feminist Archives

A woman was allegedly raped by a RAB officer, Alep Uddin, who threatened her husband with crossfire, leading to her death a few days later.

• The incident occurred on the holy day of Shab-e-Qadr, and the husband claimed that his wife was fasting when she was raped.
• The husband alleged that Alep Uddin had raped his wife three times, and that she fell unconscious during the fourth attempt.
• Alep Uddin allegedly told the husband that such behavior towards imprisoned men’s wives was “unwrittenly accepted”.
• The husband claimed that he was also raped by Alep Uddin, who threatened him with crossfire.
• The incident sparked widespread outrage on social media, with many calling for Alep Uddin’s punishment.
• Netizens are demanding justice and exemplary punishment for Alep Uddin.
• Many are also calling for an investigation into other potential crimes committed by Alep Uddin and others like him.
• Some are demanding that Alep Uddin be hanged for his crimes.
• The incident has raised concerns about the conduct of RAB officers and the need for accountability.
• There are also allegations that Alep Uddin was involved in disappearances and torture of others, including six women in Chittagong.
• Alep Uddin has reportedly received medals and rewards for his service, despite allegations of human rights abuses.
• The incident has sparked a larger conversation about the need for accountability and justice in Bangladesh.