Jahangirnagar University has condemned the mob assault that led to the death of Shamim Ahmed, alias Shamim Molla, a former leader of the Jahangirnagar University Chhatra League.

The university administration expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended condolences to his family. They called for a swift and thorough investigation to identify and punish those responsible, said a press release issued by the university’s public relations office.

Shamim, who was a student from the university’s 2009-2010 academic year, was attacked by a group of individuals around 5:50 pm. He was subsequently taken to Gonoshasthaya Hospital where he later died from his injuries.

According to the university’s statement, the Proctorial team, led by Professor Dr. A. K. M. Rashidul Alam, intervened after receiving reports of the assault. They rescued Shamim and placed him in a room at the Proctor’s Office for his safety. The Ashulia Police Station was notified.

Despite these efforts, attackers forcibly shifted Shamim from the Proctor’s Office and took him to the nearby Security Office. The Proctorial team and security officials attempted to protect Shamim and locked the collapsible gate of the Security Office. However, the attackers breached the gate and assaulted him again.

By 8:00 pm, Shamim  was placed in a police vehicle with additional protection from the Proctorial team and security officials. At approximately 10:00 PM, police reported that Shamim  had died while receiving treatment at Gonoshasthaya Hospital.

Police arrived at the scene around 7:30 pm. Initial investigations revealed that Shamim had multiple pending cases at the local police station.

The university authorities have pledged to ensure that a comprehensive investigation is conducted so that those responsible for the attack face justice.