Youth League Accused of Attacking Police and BGB in Teknaf, One Injured

A clash has occurred between police and leaders and activists of the banned Youth League in Teknaf, Cox's Bazar, leaving a sub-inspector (SI) injured. In a separate incident, three individuals have been arrested for allegedly attacking a Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) patrol team.

Clash with Police

According to Prothom Alo, the incident took place around 9:00 pm on Tuesday in the Godarbil area, west of the Meteorological Office in Teknaf municipality. Police reported that the clash erupted over a torch procession organized to mark the 54th founding anniversary of the banned Youth League. During the incident, police and procession participants engaged in running battles.

Sub-Inspector Md. Jafar Alam of Teknaf Model Police Station sustained a head injury during the clash.

He received multiple stitches for his wounds. Activists of the Youth League also vandalized a vehicle during the confrontation.

The situation was brought under control around 11:00 pm.

Local residents reported that a torch procession was brought out from the Godarbil area of the upazila, with over two hundred leaders and activists of the organization participating. The clash occurred as the procession was heading towards Teknaf municipality.

Attack on BGB Patrol

Kaler Kantho and Samakal have reported allegations of attacks by the Youth League on both police and BGB personnel. According to Samakal's report, three people have been arrested in connection with an attack on a BGB patrol team in Teknaf. However, detailed information about the attack and the identities of those arrested has not been disclosed in the reports.

It remains unclear from the respective reports whether the attack on the BGB patrol team occurred at the same time as the clash with police. No official statement has yet been issued by law enforcement agencies regarding this matter.

Next Steps

Local sources indicate that joint patrols by police and BGB have been intensified to control the situation following the clashes. The injured SI Md. Jafar Alam was given primary treatment at a local hospital and later transferred to Cox's Bazar Sadar Hospital for advanced medical care.

Police have not yet disclosed details regarding the number of arrests made in connection with the incident or subsequent legal actions. Samakal's report mentioned that legal proceedings are underway against the three individuals arrested in connection with the attack on the BGB patrol team.