Ataur Rahman, a senior reporter for Dhaka Stream, narrowly escaped an abduction attempt in the Moghbazar area of the capital. The incident occurred around 10:15 PM on April 4, 2026, while he was returning home from work. As he reached the road heading toward Malibagh, a black private car (Registration, Dhaka Metro Ga-11-9899) intercepted him. An unidentified individual armed with a stick emerged from the vehicle and attempted to forcibly pull him inside. Rahman managed to resist and escape the scene. Following the incident, he filed a formal written complaint with the Hatirjheel Police Station on the afternoon of May 5, 2026.
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