Police have arrested two individuals in connection with a disturbing video showing a dog being thrown off the Nagariakandi Bridge in Narsingdi with a brick tied to its neck.
The video, which surfaced on social media on 25 June, showed the animal being thrown into the river below after a rope was tied around its neck with a brick attached to the other end.
After the video came to the attention of Narsingdi district police, the Superintendent of Police ordered an immediate operation. Narsingdi Sadar Police Station arrested the main accused, Mohammad Ali, 25, from Kamargaon village.
A case was registered at Narsingdi Sadar Model Police Station, and he was produced before the court.
Police continued their investigation and, on Saturday evening, a Detective Branch team arrested Shahinara Begum, 52, from the New Bus Stand area of Narsingdi town for her involvement in the incident.
Police said arrest operations against other accused involved in the incident are ongoing. Authorities have urged the public to report any information that may assist in the investigation.
The brutal act has drawn widespread condemnation on social media, with many calling for strict punishment for those involved.
Police have assured that all those responsible will be brought to justice.
