Operation Devil Hunt Phase-2: 48 held in Dhaka within 24 hours
Police confirmed that the arrestees include people facing regular cases, outstanding warrants and involvement in various criminal activities
At least 48 people were arrested by police during Operation Devil Hunt Phase-2, carried out by Mirpur, Sher‑e‑Bangla Nagar and Jatrabari police stations within 24 hours.
Mirpur Model Police Station made the largest number of arrests, picking up 27 suspects during Friday's day‑long raids in crime‑prone neighbourhoods. Officers also seized three mobile phones from those taken into custody.
Sher‑e‑Bangla Nagar Police Station carried out separate raids and arrested 10 individuals, while Jatrabari Police Station arrested 11 suspects in operations across its jurisdiction.
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Police confirmed that the arrestees include people facing regular cases, outstanding warrants and involvement in various criminal activities. All have been sent to court for legal proceedings.
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) said Operation Devil Hunt Phase-2 will continue citywide to strengthen public safety and crack down on crime.
