Former Bangladesh Police Chief Benazir Ahmed Arrested in Dubai

Summary

Former Bangladesh Police Chief Benazir Ahmed has been arrested in Dubai following an Interpol Red Notice and will be extradited soon.

Key Points
  • Former Bangladesh Police Chief Benazir Ahmed was arrested in Dubai on June 12, 2024.
  • Interpol issued a Red Notice against Benazir Ahmed due to an Interpol wanted list request.
  • Benazir Ahmed led the Rapid Action Battalion and faced US sanctions for alleged human rights abuses.
  • He has been in exile since August 2024 following a student uprising that overthrew PM Sheikh Hasina.
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