Dhaka, Feb. 24 -- A businessman was shot and robbed of gold jewellery in the capital's Banasree area on Sunday night.

The victim, identified as 45-year-old Anwar Hossain, was attacked by muggers who fled with his belongings.

The incident took place at approximately 10:45 pm in front of House No. 20 on Road No. 7 in Banasree D Block.

According to duty officer Md. Mohsin of Rampura Police Station, a police team arrived at the scene after receiving reports of a shooting. "We have officers, including Officer-in-Charge Ataur Akand and other senior officials, at the location to assess the situation," he said.

Anwar, who sustained bullet wounds to his hands and legs, was rushed to Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) around midnight.

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