A tragic and shocking incident has unfolded in Camp-20 of the Rohingya refugee settlement in Cox’s Bazar, as Mohammed Noor, a head majhi (community leader), was brutally murdered by an unidentified camp group.
According to sources within the camp, the attack took place in Main Block-B, Sub Block M-32, where Noor was reportedly targeted by assailants who viciously slaughtered him. The exact time of the attack remains unclear, but local residents say that panic and fear have gripped the community following the killing.
The perpetrators behind the murder have not yet been identified, and the motive remains uncertain. However, sources within the camp suggest that tensions between different factions have been escalating in recent months, leading to frequent incidents of violence. Security concerns in the refugee camps have been a longstanding issue, with various armed groups allegedly involved in criminal activities, targeted killings, and extortion.
Law enforcement agencies, including the Armed Police Battalion (APBn), have been deployed to the area to assess the situation and investigate the murder. Authorities have not yet released an official statement regarding potential suspects or arrests.
Mohammed Noor, the slain majhi, was known as a community leader responsible for coordinating assistance between refugees and humanitarian organizations. His murder has sent shockwaves through the camp, with residents expressing fear that the security situation is deteriorating further.
“We are terrified. If a majhi is not safe, how can we, ordinary refugees, be safe?” one resident from Camp-20 told reporters, requesting anonymity. Others have voiced concerns that such attacks are becoming increasingly common, and they are urging authorities to take stronger action to curb violence.
Human rights organizations have repeatedly called for improved security measures in the Rohingya refugee camps, emphasizing the need for protection against criminal activities and armed groups. The killing of a community leader raises fresh concerns about the safety of Rohingya refugees, who have already fled persecution and violence in Myanmar.
As investigations continue, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. Meanwhile, refugees in Camp-20 remain on edge, fearing further violence in the days ahead.
This is a developing story. More updates will follow as additional information becomes available.
