A UN report has confirmed that Mir Mughdo, a 25-year-old student, was shot in the head with a high-powered rifle while providing water to protesters on July 18, 2024, in Uttara, Bangladesh. Released by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, the report highlights the use of lethal force by law enforcement against demonstrators during anti-discrimination protests, leading to multiple fatalities and injuries.
The report describes a chaotic scene where police deployed tear gas and lethal ammunition to disperse protesters, resulting in a devastating toll. Eyewitness accounts reveal that gunfire came from officers positioned on rooftops, as well as an armored vehicle targeting the crowd. Among the injured, many suffered severe wounds from metal pellets and rifle bullets, raising significant concerns about police conduct during the unrest.
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