Police arrested three suspects over the gang rape of a fifth grader in Ruma Upazila of Bandarban early Wednesday.
Superintendent of police in Bandarban confirmed the matter, stating that the operation is underway to nab other accused. The arrestees are Kye Sai Wang Marma, Kye Hla Wang Marma, and U Hai Sing Marma.
According to the locals, five youth raped the girl on August 8. They threatened her of revealing the incident and raped her different times.
On August 16, the incident came into light, then a social arbitration meeting was called the next day and settled the matter by fining the accused Tk 50,000 in presence of Karbari Thoaisa Marma and UP member Gongbasha Marma.
The news of the settlement spread across social media. Following the incident, the arrested accused have been taken to Ruma Police Station and preparations to file a case are underway.