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The Cardiff Bangladeshi community is reeling from a profound tragedy. The Janazah prayer and burial for Alhaj Ataur Rahman (Bilath Miah), a respected local businessman, are scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 6. This follows the shocking news that his son, Saiful, is being held under police guard at a hospital, accused of his father’s murder.
The Janazah prayer will be held at Shah Jalal Masjid, Cardiff, CF24 4NJ, after Zuhr prayer at 1:30 PM. The burial will take place at 3:00 PM at Ely Cemetery, Cardiff, CF5 5TG. The family has requested prayers for the late Alhaj Ataur Rahman, asking that Allah grant him the highest place in Jannah Al-Firdaus and provide strength to his loved ones.
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A Community in Shock
In a story that has deeply shaken the Bangladeshi community, a son accused of the brutal murder of his 70-year-old father remains under police guard.
The Tragic Circumstances
Family members and neighbors have shed light on the distressing events. Mr. Bilat Mia, a long-time resident of Cardiff and a successful businessman from Bangladesh, was reportedly attacked in his sleep on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, and sustained multiple stab wounds.
The incident is understood to be linked to Saiful’s long-standing mental health struggles. His mother had reportedly shielded him until her passing from a terminal illness last year, and sources indicate that Saiful’s mental state deteriorated significantly afterward.
A spokesperson for South Wales Police confirmed that a 40-year-old man was arrested at the scene and has since been detained in a hospital under the Mental Health Act. The police are not seeking anyone else in connection with the investigation.
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The community has been left speechless. A worshipper from Cardiff Shahjalal Mosque recalled that just two weeks before his death, Mr. Bilat Miah had prayed at the mosque and asked for blessings.
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