Dhaka, Aug 08 (V7N) — In the aftermath of the mass uprising that led to the fall of the Awami League government on August 5, 2024, a total of 707 cases have been filed at 50 police stations across the capital on charges of murder and attempted murder during the movement. The crackdown has resulted in the arrest of over 5,000 people, including prominent political leaders, activists, and senior police officials.

According to the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Prosecution Department, the cases are related to the violent clashes and shootings that left many dead and injured. A United Nations report highlighted that approximately 1,400 people were killed and 23,000 injured during the unrest.

Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who resigned and left the country during the uprising, is among those accused in the cases. Alongside her, thousands of top Awami League leaders and activists face charges, including former Law Minister Anisul Haque, former trade affairs advisor Salman F. Rahman, former Ministers Amir Hossain Amu and Dr. Dipu Moni, President of Bangladesh Workers Party Rashed Khan Menon, Jatiya Samajtantrik Dal (JSD) President Hasanul Haque Inu, former State Minister for ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak, former MP Momtaz Begum, and other notable figures.

In addition to political leaders, 23 police officers have been arrested, including former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md. Shahidul Haque and Chowdhury Abdullah Al Mamun. Other detained police officials include former Police Commissioner Md. Asaduzzaman Mia, former DIG Mollah Nazrul Islam, and several former Deputy Commissioners and Assistant Commissioners.

Main Uddin Chowdhury, ADC (Administration) of the DMP Prosecution Department, confirmed the figures on Friday (August 8), stating that investigations are ongoing in all cases. “We have filed 707 cases concerning murder and attempted murder during the mass uprising. More than 5,000 individuals, including ministers, members of parliament, bureaucrats, and law enforcement officials, have been arrested in connection with these cases. Twenty-three police officers, including two former IGPs, are currently in custody,” he said.

The legal proceedings are continuing, and the authorities have pledged to ensure a thorough investigation into the violence that accompanied the political upheaval.

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