Narsingdi Police Arrest 19 in Major Drug Raids

In a concerted law enforcement operation, police in the Narsingdi district have apprehended 19 individuals involved in drug trafficking, theft, gambling, and other criminal activities over a 24-hour period. The arrests took place in various locations under the jurisdiction of the Siddhirganj Police Station.

The crackdown, which concluded on the morning of Wednesday, 11 March, resulted in the seizure of a substantial quantity of narcotics, including 157 sachets of heroin, 200 grams of cannabis, and 15 yaba tablets. Following their arrest, the suspects were formally charged and remanded to court for further legal proceedings.

According to police sources, the operation was conducted under the supervision of Narsingdi Superintendent of Police, Mohammad Mizanur Rahman Munshi. A special investigative team, led by Siddhirganj Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mohammad Abdul Bariq, carried out coordinated raids across multiple locations within Siddhirganj throughout the day.

OC Bariq stated that several of the detainees are long-standing participants in organised drug trafficking networks. The seized substances have been securely confiscated, and cases have been filed against all 19 individuals under the relevant provisions of Bangladeshi law.

Details of Arrested Individuals

OC Bariq emphasised that these arrests demonstrate the ongoing commitment of the Narsingdi Police to combat narcotics and other criminal activities in the district. Authorities have urged local residents to cooperate with law enforcement and report any suspicious activity to maintain public safety.

The operation reflects a broader push by the Narsingdi Police to disrupt organised crime networks, ensuring that drug-related offences are met with swift and decisive action.