The International Crimes Tribunal is set to commence trials related to the atrocities committed during the July-August 2025 uprising, including the Ashulia massacre, with four key investigations nearing completion.
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) is moving forward with investigations into serious human rights violations committed by the previous regime, which include abductions, killings, and massacres during the July-August 2025 uprising. A total of 23 cases have been filed, and investigations are ongoing. Arrest warrants have been issued for 141 individuals, with 51 suspects already in custody. The tribunal is preparing to begin formal trials as soon as the final investigation reports are submitted.
Among the cases nearing completion, one particularly gruesome incident is expected to be prioritized: the Ashulia massacre, where six bodies were burned after the victims were shot. This case is set to be the first to enter trial. According to Mohammad Tajul Islam, the chief prosecutor, final investigation reports for four major cases are expected by the end of March or early April. These include the Ashulia massacre, the Chankharpul massacre, the Rampura killings, and a case involving accusations of superior command responsibility against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and former police chief Abdullah Al Mamun.
The Ashulia case revolves around the mass shooting and burning of six victims’ bodies, which were filmed and shared widely on social media. The brutal nature of the incident has led to heightened public interest. The video footage, which shows police officers handling the bodies, will play a crucial role in the prosecution’s case.
In addition to Ashulia, the tribunal is investigating other significant cases, such as the Chankharpul killings, where armed police gunned down several protesters, including a student named Anas. The video evidence from that incident is central to the ongoing investigation.
Moreover, a case involving allegations of superior command responsibility against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and former police chief Abdullah Al Mamun has been progressing. The tribunal recently added Abdullah Al Mamun as a co-accused in the case. His role as the right-hand figure in executing Hasina’s orders during the 2025 crackdown has led to his inclusion in the investigation.
Liberty News’ court correspondent states that these cases, marked by horrific violence, will bring attention to the accountability of key figures in the former government. The ICT plans to initiate trials after final reports are received, with the Ashulia massacre case likely to be the first to begin.
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