Police launch crime crackdown in Mirpur, Pallabi

Law enforcement agencies have launched a sweeping operation in the Mirpur and Pallabi areas of the capital to curb sabotage, disorder and criminal activities.

During the operation early Thursday, police searched several houses based on confidential intelligence, including the residence of Ashik, described by authorities as the alleged leader of a juvenile gang and an alleged criminal in Pallabi.

The operation was aimed at ensuring public safety and preventing the occupation of business establishments and extortion in the neighbourhood, police said.

During the searches, law enforcement personnel recovered Tk 180,000 in cash and various gold ornaments, including a gold nose ring, from several houses. Several people were also detained, according to police.

Police said the special drive was intended to restore peace and order in the area and bring those involved in criminal activities to justice.

Further legal action will be taken against the detainees, the authorities added.