Supporters Snatch Former Councilor from Police in Dramatic Style in Bhairab, Case Filed
A sensational incident of snatching a former municipal councilor from a police prison van after arrest has occurred in Bhairab, Kishoreganj. The incident took place in Durjoy Mor area of the town on Friday night. Police said hundreds of supporters with sticks blocked the police vehicle and forcibly took him away while he was being taken to the police station accused in a sabotage case. Two constables were injured in a scuffle with police at that time.
Detailed Description of Incident
Witnesses said when police were taking the former councilor away after detention, the news spread within moments. Within minutes, his supporters gathered and barricaded the road. They attacked the vehicle chanting 'Police Hatao' (Remove Police) slogans. When the situation went out of control, police were forced to retreat. Taking this opportunity, the accused councilor mingled with the crowd and escaped. A tense situation prevails in the entire area.
Police Case and Raid
Police filed a case as plaintiff at Bhairab Police Station regarding this incident. The case names 50 people including the fugitive councilor and accuses 200 unknown persons. The Superintendent of Police of Kishoreganj visited the spot and ordered the speedy arrest of the culprits. He said, "Obstructing police work and snatching an accused is a serious crime. No one will be spared."
Tension in Area
Police patrols have been stepped up in Bhairab municipal area since the incident. Searches are being conducted by setting up checkposts at every intersection. Panic prevails among local residents. Many have closed their shops out of fear. The administration is keeping a watchful eye so that political tension does not turn into violence.
Political Reaction
Local political leaders are blaming each other for this incident. Ruling party leaders termed it as 'terrorist activity'. On the other hand, the opposition claims that common people showed such reaction being angry due to harassment in false cases. However, civil society believes that taking the law into one's own hands is not supportable in any way.
