Former Police Officer Assaulted by BNP Supporters Over Past Actions

Local Correspondent

Former Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Chattogram’s Kotwali Police Station, Nezam Uddin, was reportedly assaulted by BNP activists today, January 6, near a school adjacent to the regional passport office in Panchlaish, Chattogram.

According to witnesses, a group of local BNP and Swechchhasebak Dal supporters attacked Nezam, accusing him of causing them and their leader, Dr. Shahadat, significant “pain” during his tenure.

Police intervened to disperse the crowd and escorted Nezam Uddin to safety. Panchlaish Police Station OC Mohammad Soleman confirmed the incident, stating, “We brought him to the station for his safety, and he is now in our custody.”

Despite his removal from the scene, BNP supporters continued to protest outside the station, demanding Nezam’s arrest.

Currently serving as an inspector in the Comilla CID, Nezam Uddin previously held prominent posts in several Chattogram police stations, including Kotwali, Sadarghat, and Bakalia. He most recently served as OC in Patiya until December 2023.

Chattogram Metropolitan Police Deputy Commissioner (North) Muhammad Faisal Ahmed stated, “Nezam was confronted and harassed in Panchlaish. We rescued him, and he is now under our protection. He was reportedly there to pick up his child from school.”

A video circulating on social media shows activists surrounding Nezam, accusing him of being an “agent of the regime” and holding him responsible for 15 years of alleged oppression. In the commotion, Nezam’s shirt was torn.

The incident has sparked widespread reactions, with BNP leaders urging their members to mobilize near the Panchlaish passport office, further escalating tensions.