The Detective Branch (DB) of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police has successfully apprehended a former leader of the Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) from Chattogram in connection with a violent attack, vandalism, and looting incident at the Radda Health Centre in Mirpur. The arrestee, identified as Abul Kalam Azad, popularly known as Lelin, previously served as the convenor of the Shah Ali Thana unit of the student organization. According to law enforcement records, he is listed as 'Shooter Lelin'.
The incident took place late at night last month when a group of miscreants launched a sudden assault on the Radda Health Centre, causing extensive damage to the facility, vandalizing medical equipment, and looting valuables. The attack on a vital public health institution sent shockwaves through the local community, severely disrupting medical services for underserved populations and drawing widespread condemnation from citizens and civil society members.
Confirming the development, Mohammad Rakibul Islam, Deputy Commissioner (DC) of the Detective Branch, stated that Abul Kalam Azad was tracked down and arrested in Chattogram during an early morning raid conducted by a specialized DB team on Monday. Investigators acted on specific, actionable intelligence linking him directly to the planning and execution of the attack on the health facility. Following his arrest, he was produced before a court, which subsequently granted a two-day remand for thorough interrogation.
Law enforcement agencies are currently interrogating the suspect to extract vital clues regarding the masterminds, financiers, and other accomplices who may have been involved in the violent episode. Police reiterated their zero-tolerance stance against public vandalism, intimidation, and criminal activities in the capital, emphasizing that all perpetrators, regardless of their political affiliation, will be brought to justice.
In the wake of this high-profile arrest, security has been visibly heightened across Mirpur, with law enforcement stepping up surveillance around medical facilities and public institutions to ensure uninterrupted services and public safety. Community leaders and healthcare professionals have welcomed the police action, demanding a transparent investigation and exemplary punishment for all individuals involved in the disgraceful assault.
