Liton, the vice-president of Swecchasebak Dal's Dhaka North City unit, has been arrested on allegations of extortion. The arrest was confirmed by the Detective Branch (DB) of police on Wednesday afternoon.
Arrest Details
According to DB sources, Liton was apprehended from within the Dhaka metropolitan area. Legal proceedings against him are underway, though specific details regarding the exact time and location of the arrest were not immediately available.Government's List of 545 Alleged Extortionists
DB sources indicated that the government recently compiled a list of individuals allegedly involved in extortion activities across Dhaka city. The list contains the names of 545 people and has been handed over to the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) with instructions to arrest them.It remains unclear if Liton's arrest is directly linked to this list, but it is believed to be part of a broader operation. Police have yet to issue an official statement on the matter.
Political Context
Swecchasebak Dal is a front organization of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). Liton was serving as the vice-president for the Dhaka North City unit. The extortion allegation against him has sparked discussion in political circles.No immediate reaction was available from the BNP or Swecchasebak Dal regarding the arrest. The veracity of the allegations and subsequent legal steps will be determined by the court.
