Bangladeshi Cricketer Charged in Sexual Assault Case as Police File Detailed Chargesheet

Bangladeshi Cricketer Tofael Ahmed Raihan Faces Sexual Assault Charges After Police Submit Evidence-Based Chargesheet in Dhaka

A Bangladeshi Cricketer, Tofael Ahmed Raihan, aged 25 and a former member of the Bangladesh A squad, is now at the center of a Sexual Assault case after police officially submitted a chargesheet against him. According to Cricbuzz, investigators stated that the allegations were prima facie established based on the complainant’s testimony, hotel-booking records, medical examination reports, and corroborating evidence collected over several months. The case is expected to be presented before the court on December 30, marking a critical next step in the legal proceedings.

How the Case Allegedly Began

Contact Through Facebook

According to reports, the initial interaction between the Bangladeshi Cricketer and the woman began on Facebook. Their conversations gradually evolved into what she believed was a romantic relationship. Investigators revealed that the woman had initially rejected his advances, but the situation shifted when he reportedly expressed a desire to marry her.

Promise of Marriage at the Center of Allegations

The complainant stated that the cricketer used the pretext of marriage to gain her trust and emotional involvement. Believing his intentions to be genuine, she agreed to meet him, not realizing the events that would follow. This alleged promise of marriage later became a central element of the Sexual Assault case filed against him.

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Details of the Alleged Assault Incidents

First Incident at a Dhaka Hotel

The complainant reported that Tofael took her to a hotel in Gulshan, Dhaka, where he introduced her as his wife. According to the chargesheet, he then proceeded to engage in non-consensual sexual acts. The woman claimed that this incident occurred under false assurances of marriage, and investigators found matching hotel-booking records supporting her account.

Multiple Alleged Assaults and Refusal to Marry

Following the first incident, the complainant alleged that Tofael committed sexual assault on multiple occasions. Eventually, he reportedly refused to marry her, contradicting earlier promises. Feeling deceived and violated, the woman lodged an official complaint at Gulshan Police Station on August 1, reporting repeated instances of sexual violence.

Legal Developments and Bail Conditions

Six-Week Anticipatory Bail Violated

Tofael was granted a six-week anticipatory bail by the High Court on September 24, with specific instructions to surrender to the Women and Children Repression Prevention Tribunal before the bail expired. However, the Bangladeshi Cricketer failed to comply, which further strengthened the case against him as authorities continued pursuing legal action.

Charges Filed Under Section 9(1)

Sub-Inspector Md Samiul Islam of Gulshan Police Station, the investigating officer, confirmed that the chargesheet has been filed under Section 9(1) of the Women and Children Repression Prevention Act. This section deals with serious offences of sexual violence and carries significant legal penalties upon conviction.

Evidence Supporting the Case

Investigators documented several forms of evidence that reportedly substantiate the allegations:

Testimony and Supporting Records

The complainant’s detailed personal account was supported by hotel-booking data and digital communication logs. Medical examinations conducted after the complaint added further credibility to her claims.

Additional Technical Evidence

According to the chargesheet, investigators also reviewed communication patterns, timelines, and electronic correspondence that aligned with the complainant’s version of events. This combination of testimonial and technical evidence formed the core of the charges filed.

Cricketer Continues to Play Despite Case

In a development that surprised many, the Bangladeshi Cricketer continued participating in cricket activities even while the Sexual Assault investigation was ongoing. He was part of Bangladesh’s squad at the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 tournament in November, where the team progressed to the Plate Final. His participation raised questions about athlete accountability and the role of cricketing boards when players face serious criminal allegations.

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What Comes Next in the Legal Process

With the chargesheet filed, the court will now review the evidence on December 30 and determine the next steps, which may include issuing an arrest directive or summoning the cricketer for formal trial. Legal experts note that failure to surrender after bail conditions were clearly stated may work against him as proceedings continue. The case has generated significant public and media attention, raising concerns about misuse of trust, online grooming, and rising reports of Sexual Assault linked to promises of marriage.

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