Incidents of arson on vehicles continue across the country, with the latest attack occurring in Naogaon where two parked buses were set ablaze in the dead of night. This comes amid a spate of bus fires in the Dhamrai and Savar areas near Dhaka, where authorities have arrested five suspects.
Arson in Naogaon
According to a report by Samakal, two parked buses were set on fire in Naogaon around midnight. Immediate details regarding how the fire was started or whether anyone was injured were not available. Local residents alerted the fire service, and crews arrived at the scene to bring the blaze under control, according to preliminary reports.Four Bus Fires in Dhamrai and Savar in Five Days
In a separate development, four buses have been torched in Dhamrai over the past five days. Law enforcement agencies have arrested five individuals suspected of involvement in these incidents. Legal proceedings against the detainees are underway.New Age reported that two more parked buses were set on fire in the Savar and Dhamrai areas, marking an escalation of vehicle arson incidents in the region, according to local residents.
Investigation and Security Measures
Following the series of arson attacks on vehicles, local administration and police have been placed on high alert. Police and fire service personnel have launched investigations at the scenes. Authorities are working to identify the individuals or groups responsible for the attacks. Meanwhile, bus owners' and workers' associations have called for enhanced security measures.Law enforcement officials have stated that efforts are ongoing to identify and bring those responsible for the arson attacks to justice. Surveillance has been intensified at bus terminals and parking areas in response to the incidents.