#0063 | Abdullahil Kafi

Reported By: Channel 24 – Location: Bangladesh –

Arrest of Abdullahil Kafi:

• The Dhaka Metropolitan Police’s Detective Branch (DB) detained Abdullahil Kafi, an additional superintendent of police, at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
• Kafi was accused of involvement in the killing and burning of students and people in Ashulia on August 5.
• The DB received a tip-off about Kafi’s attempted escape.
• Kafi was detained at the airport after a day-long operation.

Allegations Against Kafi:

• Kafi faces serious charges of killing and burning students and people in Ashulia.
• A chilling video showing dead bodies piled on a van and police officers involved in the disposal went viral.
• The incident occurred near the Ashulia police station.
• The dead bodies were later burned in a police van.

Casualties and Aftermath:

• At least 31 people were reported dead during the clashes in Savar on August 5.
• At least 15 more died from injuries sustained during the clashes.
• The total death toll is estimated to be at least 45.
• Many others were injured and received treatment for gunshot wounds.

Reference:

• https://www.dhakatribune.com/bangladesh/357054/ex-police-officer-kafi-arrested

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