Machete-wielding robbers attack woman in Shewrapara
The woman seen being robbed with a machete in the early hours of 17 April near the East West International School and College in the capital's Shewrapara. Photo: Screengrab/ Collected
A woman was robbed at machete-point near East West International School and College in Shewrapara early Thursday.
Mirpur Division Deputy Commissioner Maqsud Ur Rahman confirmed the incident, stating, "The robbers have been identified. A case has been filed, and arrests are underway."
How It Happened
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- A viral video shows the victim and a companion in a rickshaw being blocked by three men on a motorcycle.
- One robber, wearing a white shirt, brandished a machete and snatched the woman's vanity bag.
- Another, in a black shirt, stole her gold chain and a second bag.
- After regrouping, the robbers threw back the black bag when confronted by the male companion.
- A security guard intervened with a stick but failed to stop their escape.
Authorities are investigating the brazen daylight robbery.
