Main accused arrested in Cox's Bazar mother-daughter gang rape case

Police have arrested Ershad, the prime accused in the gang rape of a mother and daughter in the Eidgaon area of Cox's Bazar. According to the police, he was detained during a raid based on secret information. The news of his arrest has brought a sense of relief to the victims' family and local residents.

According to police and local sources, a group of criminals broke into the house a few days ago, held the mother and daughter hostage at gunpoint, and gang-raped them before fleeing. The incident sparked intense anger in the area, leading the family to file a case. Police launched operations immediately after the case was filed.

Regarding the arrest, a local police official stated that no criminal, regardless of their influence, will be spared. Efforts are underway to arrest the remaining suspects. Meanwhile, local residents thanked the police for the swift action and demanded exemplary punishment for the perpetrators.

The police are preparing to present the arrested accused before the court. Authorities have also stated that the investigation will be completed quickly to submit the charge sheet. Locals hope that a speedy trial will ensure strict punishment, deterring others from committing such heinous crimes in the future.