Raozan-based criminals suspected in several killings in Ctg, crackdown planned: SP Masud Alam

Chattogram Police
Superintendent Masud Alam has said law enforcement agencies suspect the
involvement of Raozan-based criminals in several killings and violent incidents
in different parts of Chattogram, announcing that a coordinated crackdown will
be launched soon.
"Several killings and
violent incidents have taken place in Raozan in the post-August period. At the
same time, the involvement of Raozan-based criminals has also surfaced in
connection with some incidents that occurred in Chattogram metropolitan
areas," he said today (17 May) during a meeting with journalists in the
district police conference room.
"We are working on the
matter. Since I took charge recently, I am first trying to understand the
internal situation and realities. Conducting operations without accurate
information may lead to mistakes," he added.
The SP said district
police, the army, RAB and intelligence agencies are coordinating efforts to
curb criminal activities in Raozan and other areas.
"We are preparing to
work together on a large scale. We will do whatever is necessary to protect
people's lives and property. No criminal activity will be tolerated. We will
maintain a zero-tolerance stance in this regard," he said.
Describing Chattogram as a
major transit route for drugs, Masud Alam said yaba and other narcotics enter
through the Cox's Bazar border and are distributed to other parts of the
country via Chattogram.
"Keeping this in mind,
we are planning to further strengthen anti-narcotics drives," he said.
The police superintendent
also said strict action would be taken if the law and order situation
deteriorates anywhere in Chattogram, regardless of political affiliation.
Referring to the upcoming
Eid-ul-Adha, he said security measures would be strengthened at around 245
cattle markets across the district, including more than 50 permanent markets.
"If cattle traders
carry large sums of money, they will receive police assistance as needed. If
anyone feels there is a security risk, they can inform the concerned police
station, and we will arrange a police escort," he added.
Masud Alam also said police
are planning a permanent deployment in the controversial Jangal Salimpur area
of Chattogram. Currently, two temporary police camps are operating there, while
the government is planning to establish a police training centre and academy in
the area, he said.
















