Chattogram Metropolitan Police Commissioner Hasan Md. Shawkat Ali announced that investigations into cases filed by families of those killed or injured during the 2024 student and public movement have progressed between 82 and 90 percent. Speaking at a press conference at the city police headquarters on Thursday, he said 69 of the 151 total cases in Chattogram were filed across nine police stations, while the rest were complaint cases in court. These cases involve 21,906 accused individuals, including political activists, businesspeople, and others, with 15 classified as murder cases. Only one investigation report has been completed so far.

The commissioner stated that investigators are working independently without external pressure, which has caused some delay in submitting reports. He also pledged to address the issue of top criminal Sajjad Ali Khan through Interpol and to prevent extortion and terrorism under political cover.

Despite the reported progress, families of victims expressed dissatisfaction, saying investigations have stalled and witness appearances remain difficult. They also alleged that after the new government took office, official follow-ups and financial or rehabilitation support stopped.