Overview
- Faisal Karim Masud appeared in a video circulating online saying he is in Dubai and denying involvement in the killing, blaming Jamaat-Shibir instead.
- The timing of the video is not verified, though it surfaced after posts claiming his overseas location gained traction.
- Bangladesh police previously alleged Masud and co-accused Alamgir Sheikh fled into India through the Haluaghat border with help from local contacts.
- India’s Border Security Force in Meghalaya publicly rejected reports of any such crossing, saying no evidence has been found.
- Dhaka investigators report multiple arrests tied to the murder and alleged escape plan, with two suspected helpers on remand and a charge sheet expected.