Shirin Sharmin Detained After Weeks Out of Public View
Officials from the Dhaka Metropolitan Detective Branch (DB) confirmed that Shirin Sharmin was taken into custody early Tuesday from a residence in Dhanmondi, where she had reportedly been staying quietly. Investigators say she is facing several cases tied to violence during the mass uprising, including serious criminal allegations that remain under investigation.
Authorities are preparing to produce her before the court in connection with the Lalbagh case, as scrutiny over her alleged role during the unrest continues.
Tuku, Palak and BCL Leader Arrested in Dhaka Operation
In a separate operation, police detained Deputy Speaker Shamsul Haque Tuku, former ICT State Minister Zunaid Ahmed Palak, and Bangladesh Chhatra League leader Tanvir Hasan Saikat.
According to the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP), the three were arrested from the Nikunja residential area under Khilkhet Police Station limits following intelligence reports. Police said they had been in hiding and were wanted in connection with a case filed at Paltan Police Station.
Earlier High-Profile Arrests
A few days earlier, authorities also detained former Law Minister Anisul Huq and industrialist Salman F Rahman near Sadarghat while they were reportedly attempting to leave the city.
They were shown arrested in a murder case linked to the death of a vendor during clashes near Dhaka College on July 16, during a student-led protest movement.
Court Allows Extended Interrogation
On Wednesday, investigators presented Anisul Huq and Salman F Rahman before Dhaka’s Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court, requesting remand for questioning. The court approved a 10-day remand for both, allowing further interrogation.
Investigation Ongoing
Law enforcement agencies say the investigation is ongoing, focusing on the alleged roles of political leaders and affiliated organization members in incidents of violence. More arrests and legal developments are expected as authorities continue their operations.
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