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Former Policemen Sentenced to Death for Student Protest Murder

4/9/2026

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On April 9, 2026, a Dhaka court sentenced two former policemen to death for the murder of Abu Sayeed, a student protester killed during protests against Sheikh Hasina's government in 2024.
The court convicted 30 individuals, including police officers and university staff, with six in custody.
The family seeks harsher penalties for senior officials, while the defense plans to appeal.
The case highlights ongoing tensions in Bangladesh after the uprising.

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On April 9, 2026, a Dhaka court sentenced two former policemen to death for the murder of Abu Sayeed, a student protester killed during protests against Sheikh Hasina's government in 2024.
The court convicted 30 individuals, including police officers and university staff, with six in custody.
The family seeks harsher penalties for senior officials, while the defense plans to appeal.
The case highlights ongoing tensions in Bangladesh after the uprising.