Unidentified assailants open fire at singer Asif Akbar’s car

Unidentified assailants opened fire at the private car of singer and former Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) director Asif Akbar in the capital early Saturday.

The incident took place in front of Bishal Centre in the Moghbazar area at dawn on 24 October.

Police sources said Asif Akbar was not inside the vehicle when the shooting occurred.

The identities of the assailants and the motive behind the attack could not be known immediately. Police are investigating whether the incident was linked to any personal or professional dispute involving the singer.

Asif Akbar could not be reached for comment on the incident.

Confirming the shooting, Hatirjheel Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Md Asaduzzaman said police were investigating the incident.

“We have not yet obtained any information about the incident. Further details will be disclosed after an investigation,” he said.