Gulshan murder: Cops suspect gang rivalry

The man, who was shot dead in Gulshan on Thursday night, may have been a victim of an internal gang feud involving criminal networks in Mohakhali, Banani, and Gulshan, police and locals said.

Sumon, 35, was shot around 9:00pm in front of Gulshan Police Plaza.

His wife, Mousumi Akter, has filed a case with Gulshan Police Station.

Sources said Sumon, once affiliated with a gang, formed his own group after August 5, seeking control over extortion in the area. He identified himself as a Jubo Dal leader to gain influence.

Following the changeover, other groups also expanded their operations, including one led by Akter, known as "Jail Akter," and another by Dipu, intensifying rivalries.

These gangs were involved in extortion, tender manipulation, and illegal gas and electricity businesses, often targeting local Awami League men, according to police and residents.

Police are investigating possible links between Sumon's murder and ongoing gang conflicts, said Tarique Mahmud, deputy commissioner of Gulshan Division Police.

No arrests have been made yet, said the DC, adding that investigations are ongoing to determine whether there were motives beyond internal dispute.

Police are reviewing CCTV footage from nearby areas, he also said.

Sumon had at least seven criminal cases against him. He was arrested in a mugging case on January 19 but later released on bail, said the DC.

Originally from Rangpur's Mithapukur, Sumon lived with his wife and two children in Mirpur's Bhashantek area.

His ISP business was based in Mohakhali's TB Gate area.

His brother-in-law claimed Sumon had an ongoing dispute with a cable TV service provider in Mohakhali's TV Gate area, who had threatened him multiple times.