In a decisive move to bolster urban security and curb rising petty crime, the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) conducted a series of extensive special operations across the capital over the weekend. The raids, spanning Saturday and Sunday, resulted in the apprehension of 60 individuals allegedly involved in a variety of criminal activities, ranging from narcotics trafficking to organised mugging.
The operations targeted several high-priority zones, primarily focusing on the northern and western residential hubs of the city. According to a formal press release issued by the DMP headquarters on Monday, the crackdown involved tactical teams from eight distinct police stations: Shah Ali, Bhashantek, Mirpur Model, Kafrul, Rupnagar, Darus Salam, Pallabi, and Uttara East.
Tactical Breakdown by Jurisdiction
The scale of the operation varied by precinct, with the Shah Ali station recording the highest number of arrests. The individuals taken into custody include seasoned drug dealers, muggers with active warrants, and suspects caught in the act of consuming illegal substances.
| Police Station (Thana) | Arrest Count | Key Detainees / Notable Names |
| Shah Ali | 17 | Rubel Mollah (35), Abul Sheikh (40), Alamin (27) |
| Pallabi | 9 | Sabbir (26), Bashir (37), Faisal (29) |
| Uttara East | 9 | Noman (38), Sohel Rana (45), Rafiqul Islam (34) |
| Mirpur Model | 6 | Babul (30), Ruhul Amin (35), Mohammad Hossain (35) |
| Rupnagar | 6 | Shipon (45), Akram (20), Monir (19) |
| Darus Salam | 6 | Jalal Hossain (42), Anwar Hossain Selim (35) |
| Kafrul | 4 | Arif (20), Asadullah Suman (23), Rashed Gazi (28) |
| Bhashantek | 3 | Kaju Mia (38), Abdullah Saman (19), Ahad (24) |
| Total | 60 |
Restoring Public Order
Senior officials within the DMP have stated that these raids are part of a broader “zero-tolerance” policy regarding street crime and the narcotics trade. Residents in areas like Mirpur and Pallabi have recently expressed concerns over the resurgence of snatching incidents during late-night hours. By deploying mobile strike teams and increasing surveillance in these crime-prone “hotspots,” the police intend to reclaim public spaces for law-abiding citizens.
The 60 suspects have been processed and produced before the relevant courts in Dhaka to face legal proceedings. The DMP has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining the city’s law and order, indicating that similar surprise inspections and special operations will remain a persistent feature of their policing strategy throughout the month.