Attention: law enforcers

S. Ahmed, Khilgaon, Dhaka
I was so scared that I did not even bother to go to the law enforcing agencies. It would have been even dangerous for me and for my kids. But I could not tolerate it anymore. I thought that writing to you might help me a bit. I live in Taltola, Khilgaon. I am living here for nearly 17 years. In recent years, crimes have increased dramatically. Young people take drugs and at night they get involved in various sorts of crimes. It was several years ago that one day I tried to protest when some young boys were teasing some girls of the area. I protested several times. These boys were all in their mid twenties. I think it was the biggest mistake of my life. They not only threatened me but even laid their hands on my servant one day. They told me that I should not speak about this to anyone and let the things go on. They even told me that they are the workers of the local Member of Parliament who happened to be also the adviser to the chairperson of a leading political party. I cannot live in fear anymore. Hope we will get justice.