The Gazipur Metropolitan Police (GMP) today urged the public to remain patient and avoid assigning blame prematurely regarding the abduction of Mufti Mohammad Mohebbullah Miyaji, the imam of Tongi T&T Colony Mosque.

In an official statement, the GMP confirmed that a formal case was filed yesterday at Tongi East Police Station in connection with the incident.

Acknowledging the gravity of abducting a respected religious scholar, the police said they had initiated the investigation even before the case was formally registered.

So far, no individual has been conclusively identified as responsible due to a lack of sufficient evidence. The GMP appealed for public cooperation in the ongoing investigation and emphasised the importance of refraining from speculation.

Miyaji went missing on Wednesday morning and was rescued in Panchagarh Sadar upazila the following day.