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The tragic death of Sarah Rahanuma, a journalist with a private television channel in Bangladesh, has sent shockwaves through the nation. Her body was discovered floating in Hatirjheel Lake in Dhaka early on Wednesday morning, raising numerous questions and concerns about the circumstances surrounding her demise.
Passersby alerted authorities after spotting Rahanuma's lifeless body in the lake after midnight. She was rushed to Dhaka Medical College Hospital, where the doctor on duty pronounced her dead. Rahanuma, a 32-year-old newsroom editor for GTV, was identified through her office ID card that was found on her person.
While the cause of her death remains unknown, authorities are currently investigating the incident. The hospital's police office in-charge, Mohammad Bachchu Miah, confirmed that Rahanuma's body has been sent to the morgue for further examination and the case has been reported to the relevant police station.
One witness, Mohammad Sagar, described how he first noticed Rahanuma floating in the lake and helped transport her to the hospital. He recounted that other people had also seen her in the water before they confirmed her identity based on her ID card. The circumstances surrounding Rahanuma's presence in the lake and the cause of her death are yet to be clarified by authorities.
The news of Rahanuma's death has sparked widespread grief and concern in Bangladesh. Many journalists and media outlets have expressed their condolences and called for a thorough investigation into the incident. The tragic loss of a young and talented journalist highlights the importance of ensuring the safety and security of media professionals in Bangladesh and beyond.
Source: Woman TV journalist’s body found floating in Dhaka lake