Police arrested a private car driver named Rakibul Islam in Abhaynagar, Jashore, on Thursday morning after discovering 198 bottles of banned cough syrup hidden inside his vehicle. Acting on a tip-off, officers intercepted the car at a checkpoint in Bashuari village at approximately 5:00 AM. The seizure marks a significant blow to local drug trafficking networks operating in the region.

During the search of the vehicle, bearing registration number Dhaka Metro-Ga-43-6216, police recovered a travel bag containing 99 bottles of Fairdil and 99 bottles of Wincorex. These substances are frequently abused as alternatives to Phendicyl by local drug users. Authorities suspect that the suspect, a resident of Raghunathpur village in Narail, has been involved in the illicit trade for an extended period.

Legal Action and Investigation

Abhaynagar Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Ziaur Rahman confirmed that a case has been filed against the driver under the Narcotics Control Act. The private car used for transporting the contraband has been seized as evidence. Police are currently conducting further investigations to identify and apprehend other members of the trafficking syndicate involved in this operation.

Abhaynagar Police Station OC Ziaur Rahman said, “We have filed a case against the driver under the Narcotics Control Act and seized the vehicle. Our investigation is ongoing to identify other members of this syndicate.”

The successful operation at the regular police checkpoint is being viewed as a positive step toward curbing drug proliferation in the area. Increased police vigilance has reportedly caused alarm among local drug dealers, as authorities aim to dismantle the supply chain through the ongoing investigation.

Police in Chattogram’s Karnaphuli upazila have launched a murder investigation following the mysterious death of a man whose 14-month-old child was allegedly sold for Tk 2 lakh. The victim, identified as Nurul Absar, was found hanging from a tree in a garden in Charpatharghata union on November 11. His father, Abdur Rahim, filed a formal complaint alleging that his son was strangled to death before being staged as a suicide.

The incident stems from a prolonged domestic dispute between the victim and his wife, Nazma Akter. According to family members, Nurul had sent his wife to her parents’ home two months ago following frequent arguments. Reports indicate that four days prior to his death, the couple allegedly sold their 14-month-old child to an unidentified individual for Tk 2 lakh.

Investigation into the Circumstances

According to the case statement, Nurul went missing on the night of November 10 after receiving a phone call from unknown individuals. His body was discovered the following afternoon, sparking widespread speculation among local residents regarding the true nature of his death. Authorities are currently working to determine if the death is linked to the child trafficking incident or other personal conflicts.

Police have yet to make any arrests in connection with the case. Investigating officers stated that they are awaiting the autopsy report to confirm the exact cause of death. Law enforcement agencies are now prioritizing the identification of the individuals who contacted the victim before his disappearance to uncover the motive behind the alleged murder.

A 65-year-old businessman named Babul Dey died after being struck by an unidentified vehicle while riding his motorcycle home in the Dulahazara area of Chakaria, Cox’s Bazar, on Tuesday night. The victim, a local pharmacy owner, was returning from his shop when the fatal collision occurred on the highway. His son, who was following him on a separate motorcycle, discovered his father lying critically injured on the road.

Babul Dey was a well-known figure in the Dulahazara market area. Following the accident, he was rushed to the Malumghat Christian Memorial Hospital, where the attending physician declared him dead upon arrival. The severity of his injuries suggests he was struck by a speeding heavy vehicle that fled the scene immediately after the impact.

Investigation and Legal Action

Officers from the Malumghat Highway Police Station arrived at the victim’s residence to conduct an inquest and have since transferred the body to the police station. Authorities stated that further legal proceedings will be determined based on the formal complaint filed by the victim’s family. Police are currently reviewing CCTV footage and interviewing potential witnesses to identify the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run.

Local residents have expressed deep shock over the tragedy and are calling for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations on the highway. They have urged authorities to increase surveillance to prevent similar accidents caused by reckless driving. Finding the driver responsible remains the primary challenge for investigators as they continue their search for the unidentified vehicle.