Dhaka, Oct. 20 -- Police have detained three people in connection with the murder of Jagannath University Chhatra Dal leader Md Jobayed Hossen, including a college student identified as the prime suspect -- who was handed over to the authorities by his own mother.

The detained include the college student, a female 12th-grader who was acquainted with the victim, and another individual whose name police have not disclosed.

On Monday, authorities said more details will be shared in a media briefing on Tuesday.

No case has yet been filed over the murder.

Investigators suggest that the female student held a distinct affection for Jobayed, a sentiment that may have drawn jealousy from the arrested "boyfriend".

This alleged romantic resentm...