At a press conference on Saturday, Rajshahi businessman Hossain Ali alleged that while he was in prison, his bank account was drained, and two of his private cars were seized. He claimed that under threats of multiple lawsuits, he was also forced to sign over power of attorney for a house. He further alleged that the two vehicles are currently being used by leaders of the opposition student and youth organizations. According to him, the police assisted the accused individuals. He named his close associate, Mahmud Hasan Shishir (35), along with his managers Mahmud Hasan Limon (28) and Tanmoy Hossain (31), as the masterminds behind the conspiracy. Hossain Ali claimed they planted weapons and illicit drugs in his car on August 10, leading to his arrest. When questioned, student leaders accused in the case failed to provide satisfactory answers.