The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has filed a case against 14 individuals, including Noor Ali, owner of Unique Eastern (Pvt.) Ltd, over allegations of organised fraud.
Case Details
- The case was lodged on Sunday, 28 September, at Gulshan Police Station under the Money Laundering Prevention Act.
- Preliminary investigation indicates that Noor Ali and 13 others are involved in a fraud amounting to BDT 407.1 million (approx. $3.8 million).
- The acts are considered offences under the Money Laundering Prevention Act, 2012.
Modus Operandi
- The investigation revealed that the accused collected excess fees from workers, beyond government-mandated charges.
- Between 2022 and 2024, a total of 3,787 workers were sent to Malaysia.
- Government-approved fees per worker were BDT 78,990, but Noor Ali and his associates reportedly collected BDT 150,000 per worker.
Additional Exploitation
Victims also reportedly paid extra for:
| Item | Alleged Additional Charge |
| Passport fees | Evidence of overcharging |
| COVID-19 testing | Paid beyond official cost |
| Medical expenses | Extra payments demanded |
| Uniforms/clothing | Additional fees collected |
Investigation Status
- The case is currently being investigated by the CID’s Financial Crime Unit.
- Authorities are working to uncover full details, identify all involved parties, and carry out arrests.
The CID stated that the operation aims to ensure accountability for the financial exploitation of workers and to prevent further violations of the Money Laundering Prevention Act.
