Bangladesh A quick bowler Tofael Ahmed has been named in a critical case after a lady accused him of rape on the promise of marriage.
Early experiences counsel the allegations could carry weight, with investigators indicating that the proof submitted seems credible at first assessment. The 2 had reportedly develop into acquainted via Fb, with their conversations step by step deepening over time.
Cricbuzz reported that an official replace has come from Gulshan Police Station, the place Sub-Inspector Mohammad Samiul Islam, the investigating officer, confirmed on Thursday (December 11), “The cost sheet has been filed underneath Part 9(1) of the Prevention of Abuse of Girls and Kids Act.”
In accordance with the identical report, the paperwork handed over to police, corresponding to lodge reservation particulars, medical experiences, and extra supporting materials, have been discovered to be prima facie constant. Sources additional indicated that the court docket will maintain the following listening to on December 30, throughout which the cost sheet is anticipated to be formally introduced.
Accusations Centered on Promise of Marriage
Case paperwork cited within the report define that Tofael first initiated contact with the lady on Fb in January. Common conversations via Messenger quickly adopted, and their interplay ultimately advanced past informal friendship.
The grievance alleges that the lady initially declined his advances however later agreed after Tofael allegedly reassured her of his intention to marry. On January 31, he’s mentioned to have taken her to a lodge in Gulshan, introducing her as his spouse.
The grievance states that sexual activity occurred with out her consent. She additional claimed that he continued to guarantee her that marriage would comply with.
Allegations of Repeated Assault
The girl additionally accused the cricketer of bodily assaulting her on a number of events. When she pressed him about marriage, he allegedly refused.
She later filed a case on the Gulshan police station on August 1, citing repeated sexual violence.
Cricbuzz added that on September 24, the Excessive Courtroom granted Tofael six weeks of anticipatory bail, directing him to give up earlier than the Girls and Baby Abuse Prevention Tribunal previous to its expiry. Nonetheless, he reportedly didn’t comply with the court docket’s instruction.