Since the political transition on 5 August 2024, the Raozan Upazila of Chattogram has witnessed a significant surge in violent crime, with 23 recorded homicides to date. During a press briefing held on Monday, 27 April 2026, at the Chattogram District Police Office, Superintendent of Police (SP) Mohammad Nazir Ahmed Khan detailed the current security situation and the measures being implemented to curb the unrest.
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Context of the Violence
The Superintendent noted that the motives behind these killings vary, though they are largely tied to local power struggles and illegal economic activities. Investigations suggest that while some incidents stem from efforts to establish territorial dominance, others are linked to the following illicit sectors:
Illegal Sand Extraction: Disputes over the control of sand quarries (balumahal).
Environmental Crimes: Conflict arising from illegal hill cutting and soil excavation.
Extortion: Violent confrontations related to protection money or chandabaji.
Recent Incidents and Law Enforcement Response
The police briefing followed two high-profile fatalities over the weekend. On Sunday night, at approximately 9:00 PM, a man identified as Nasir Uddin was shot dead in the Lenga Bailyar Ghata area. This followed the shooting of another youth, Kawsar Zaman Babul, on Saturday.
In response to these specific cases, SP Khan confirmed that five suspects, including the primary individual of interest, have already been taken into custody. To prevent further escalation, the District Police have deployed additional forces to Raozan and established several strategic checkpoints, particularly in hilly terrains.
Summary of Recent Fatalities in Raozan
| Date | Victim Name | Location | Status of Investigation |
| 25 April 2026 | Kawsar Zaman Babul | Raozan | 5 Suspects detained |
| 26 April 2026 | Nasir Uddin | Lenga Bailyar Ghata | Primary suspect in custody |
| Post-5 Aug 2024 | 21 Other Individuals | Various locations | Investigations ongoing |
Strategy for Regional Stability
Superintendent Khan emphasised that the police are categorising certain regions of Chattogram as “terror-prone” due to their unique geographical and environmental characteristics. He cited the successful clearing of Jungle Salimpur as a precedent for these operations.
Current tactical measures include:
Increased Patrols: Intensified operations commenced on Sunday night in identified hotspots.
Neutral Enforcement: The SP clarified that the identity or affiliation of a suspect is irrelevant to the police; individuals are treated strictly as offenders based on the severity of their crimes.
Specialised Checkpoints: Permanent and mobile units have been stationed to disrupt the movement of armed groups in the Raozan and Rangunia sectors.
“We cannot allow the activities of terrorists in Raozan and Rangunia to continue,” SP Khan stated, affirming that the authorities will take all necessary steps to ensure public safety and restore order to the region. He concluded by reiterating that no offender would be granted leniency, regardless of their background.