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- Joint forces team of army, police, and RAB arrested 35 people, including alleged drug dealers, in an operation at Geneva Camp, Mohammadpur, Dhaka on September 29, 2024
- Among the arrestees was top drug dealer Picchi Raja, accused by locals of running drug trade in Mohammadpur along with his followers
- Cache of weapons seized: 2 pistols, 20 rounds of ammo, numerous sharp weapons, 12 packets of splinters, 53 petrol bombs, and 50 helmets
- Firearms looted from police on August 5 reportedly used in frequent shootings at Geneva Camp prior to the successful joint operation
A joint forces team consisting of the army, police, and Rapid Action Battalion conducted an operation at Geneva Camp in Mohammadpur, Dhaka on Sunday, September 29, 2024. During the drive, 35 people were arrested, including alleged drug dealers and individuals involved in various criminal activities.
Among the arrestees was Picchi Raja, a top drug dealer in the area. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) press release, “Local residents have accused Picchi Raja and his followers of running a drug trade in different parts of Mohammadpur.”
The joint forces also recovered a significant cache of weapons and ammunition, including two pistols, 20 rounds of ammunition, numerous sharp weapons, 12 packets of splinters, 53 petrol bombs, and 50 helmets.
The ISPR press release further stated that “On August 5, firearms were looted from the police and police stations and those have reportedly been used in frequent shootings at Geneva Camp.”
The operation was carried out to curb criminal activities and maintain law and order in the area. The arrest of Picchi Raja and his associates is expected to have a significant impact on the drug trade in Mohammadpur.
The successful joint operation by the army, police, and Rapid Action Battalion demonstrates the government’s commitment to combating crime and ensuring the safety and security of its citizens.
News Source: The Daily Star
