Attack on Shakib Al Hasan's residence in Magura, Bangladesh
The ancestral home of former Bangladesh cricket captain and former Awami League MP Shakib Al Hasan was attacked by unidentified individuals in Magura, Bangladesh, on Wednesday night. The incident occurred hours after Al Hasan attended a virtual press conference held by ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in New Delhi. Attackers reportedly threw petrol bombs and stones at the residence, causing damage and attempting to set the property on fire. Local police arrived at the scene following the attack, which has been linked by observers to Al Hasan's participation in the event featuring the former Prime Minister.
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What Happened
On Wednesday night, the ancestral residence of former Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan in the Keshabmor area of Magura was targeted by a group of unidentified individuals. According to reports, the attackers threw stones and petrol bombs at the house around 8:45 pm, causing significant damage and attempting to set the structure on fire. Local police were notified and arrived at the scene shortly after the incident occurred.
The attack took place only hours after Al Hasan participated in a virtual press conference addressed by former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who is currently in India. The Awami League, Hasina's political party, condemned the incident on social media, describing it as a consequence of Al Hasan's attendance at the media interaction. Al Hasan, who previously served as a member of parliament for the Awami League, has faced ongoing political opposition in Bangladesh following the ouster of the former government.
Key Facts
- The attack occurred on Wednesday night at approximately 8:45 pm local time.
- The residence is located in the Keshabmor area of Magura town, Bangladesh.
- Attackers used petrol bombs and stones to damage the property.
- The incident followed Al Hasan's participation in a virtual press conference with Sheikh Hasina.
- Shakib Al Hasan is a former captain of the Bangladesh national cricket team and a former Awami League MP.
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