Dhaka Metropolitan Detective Branch (DB) has taken journalist Anis Alamgir into custody for extensive questioning regarding unspecified matters. According to DB Chief Shafiqul Islam, Alamgir was unable to provide satisfactory answers to several questions during the interrogation, prompting the initiation of legal procedures against him. As a result, he was required to remain at the DB office overnight.
Officials stated that Alamgir was brought in for questioning on specific issues, though no formal case details were disclosed. Additional Commissioner of Police noted that further information would be provided through the DMP Media Center. The reasons behind the interrogation and the nature of the alleged issues remain unclear, with authorities maintaining that the process is ongoing.
The incident has drawn attention within media circles, raising concerns about press freedom and the treatment of journalists in Bangladesh. Observers are awaiting official clarification from the police and any subsequent legal developments in the coming days.