Three youths arrested with knives while preparing for robbery in Asad Gate
1-Click Audio Report (Universal Voice)
Mohammadpur police arrested three youths preparing to commit robberies in Dhaka's Asad Gate area, recovering two sharp knives from their possession. Police confirmed the group frequently targeted pedestrians and commuters across Mohammadpur.
- Three muggers were arrested with two sharp knives during a raid in Asad Gate.
- The arrestees are identified as Arafat, Faimul Hasan, and Abir Bepari Shanto.
- Police are verifying their past criminal history to initiate further legal action.
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Police arrested three young men while they were preparing to carry out muggings in Dhaka's busy Asad Gate area. Acting on a tip-off on Friday afternoon, a team from Mohammadpur Police Station carried out the raid and caught them red-handed. Two sharp knives were recovered from their possession during the search, causing concern among regular commuters in the vicinity.
The arrested suspects were identified as Arafat (20), Faimul Hasan (22), and Abir Bepari Shanto (23). Although hailing from Kishoreganj, Sylhet, and Bhola districts respectively, they had been residing in different parts of Dhaka. Preliminary questioning revealed that the group roamed around Mohammadpur targeting pedestrians and commuters to snatch cash and mobile phones at knifepoint.
Mohammadpur Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Md. Abdul Halim confirmed the arrests, stating that officers acted promptly upon receiving reports of suspicious individuals assembling near Asad Gate. Legal proceedings against the three are underway, and investigators are working to track down any broader network connected to them.
Law enforcement officials further noted that the past criminal records (PC/PR) of the suspects are being thoroughly examined. Police affirmed that specialized anti-mugging drives and heightened patrols will continue in Mohammadpur to ensure the safety of citizens.
“The presence of armed muggers in broad daylight at a major thoroughfare reflects the brazen nature of street crime. While prompt police intervention averted an incident, sustained patrols and surveillance remain vital to keep busy urban intersections safe.”
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