Police Harassment by Collecting Information from CID
In a shocking turn of events, Dhaka Metropolitan Police’s (DMP) Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit has arrested a notorious criminal who was using information obtained from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to harass individuals in an unprecedented manner.
The arrested individual has been identified as Mr. Faruk Hossain, aged 46. During the arrest, two mobile phones and three SIM cards used for the purposes of harassment were confiscated from his possession. This arrest sheds light on the misuse of sensitive information for criminal activities.
Harassment Tactics and Modus Operandi
According to CTTC sources, Faruk would gather information from the CID through various means and then proceed to harass individuals using their personal details. He would contact the victims claiming to be a police officer and extort large sums of money from them under false pretenses.
Not only that, Faruk would sometimes pose as a kidnapper and threaten to abduct family members or relatives of the targeted individuals unless ransom money was paid. This ruthless exploitation of private information for personal gain highlights the urgent need for stricter data protection measures.
Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Investigations
The Deputy Commissioner of DMP’s Media and Public Relations department, Mohammad Talebur Rahman, has confirmed the details of this case. Legal action is being taken against Faruk for his criminal activities, and further investigation is underway to uncover the extent of his network and collaborators.
The use of confidential information for illicit activities is a serious offense that undermines public trust in law enforcement agencies. Authorities are working diligently to ensure that perpetrators like Faruk are brought to justice and that similar incidents are prevented in the future.
In conclusion, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safeguarding sensitive information and the potential consequences of its misuse. It is crucial for law enforcement agencies to strengthen their data protection protocols to prevent such breaches and protect the privacy and security of individuals. Let this be a lesson for all individuals to be cautious about sharing personal information and to report any suspicious activities to the authorities promptly.
