Unidentified assailants opened fire at the private car of singer and former Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) director Asif Akbar in Moghbazar area of the capital early Saturday.
The incident occurred in front of Bishal Centre around 5am, police said.
Police sources said Asif Akbar was not inside the vehicle when the shooting took place.
The attackers’ identities and the motive behind the incident remain unknown. Asif Akbar could not be reached for comment.
Confirming the incident, Hatirjheel Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Md Asaduzzaman said police were looking into the matter. Police are investigating whether the shooting was linked to any personal or professional dispute involving Asif Akbar, who is active in BNP politics and previously served as a director of the BCB, he added.
Further details will be disclosed after an investigation, he said.
Asif Akbar is a prominent name in Bangladesh’s music industry and has also been involved in cricket administration.
