Police have arrested three suspects while the others remain at large.

10:44, Mon, Aug 3, 2026 Updated: 10:46, Mon, Aug 3, 2026

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The victim was allegedly gang raped (Image: Getty)

A schoolgirl was allegedly abducted and gang raped after 10 to 15 armed men stormed her home. Police said three suspects have been arrested following the reported attack in the early hours of Friday morning (July 31).

The victim was reportedly at home alone with her younger brother and sister when the group of armed men surrounded the building. She refused to open the door before the attackers allegedly broke in through a window. They then reportedly dragged the girl out of the house before taking her to a nearby pond. Police said three men raped her before fleeing the scene.

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As reported by The Business Standard, the alleged attack took place in the village of Sadarpur in Bangladesh. The girl's neighbours reportedly spotted her getting kidnapped but were threatened and unable to intervene.

Three suspects, identified as 20-year-old Helal Mridha, 16-year-old Rais Sikdar and 18-year-old Roni Bepari have since been arrested in connection with the reported abduction and rape. Police have also seized a motorcycle that was used in the alleged attack.

They are continuing to work to track down the remaining suspects and are keen to hear from any witnesses. Meanwhile, the girl was taken to the hospital for medical treatment, but her condition is unknown.

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Police are continuing to investigate the reported attack (Image: Getty)

Local MP Shphidul Islam Babul said: "Such a heinous and barbaric crime cannot be tolerated under any circumstances. No matter who the perpetrator is, they will receive zero leniency. Law enforcement agencies have been directed to take the strictest action so the family gets justice as quickly as possible. We will ensure exemplary and maximum punishment for these criminals."

Fatema Islam, a local police officer, confirmed a thorough investigation is underway to detain the remaining suspects. He added that the victim and her family are being supported by specially-trained officials.

It is believed the force have identified seven of the remaining suspects. Their identities have not been publicly revealed.