Ziaur Rahman's killer Major Mozaffar Hossain arrested after 45 years by DB & handed over to army
Retired Major Md Mozaffar Hossain, a key accused in the assassination of former president Ziaur Rahman, has been arrested after 45 years in hiding. DB police handed him over to the Bangladesh Arm for further legal proceedings.
In a Nutshell:
- DB police arrested retired Major Md Mozaffar Hossain from Banani DOHS in Dhaka.
- Hossain was handed over to the Bangladesh Army for a court martial.
- Ziaur Rahman was assassinated by army officers at Chittagong Circuit House on 30 May 1981.
Why it Matters
Hossain’s arrest marks a major development in one of Bangladesh’s most closely followed political assassination cases. He had remained a fugitive for 45 years after being accused of involvement in the killing.
Who it matters to
The arrest is a significant step towards accountability for Ziaur Rahman’s assassination, but justice depends on a fair and transparent legal process. The Bangladesh Army, law enforcement agencies, and political parties connected to this event all have stakes in the next legal steps. After decades of delay, upcoming proceedings will determine whether this case can deliver closure and accountability for the brutal killing of a president.