Late Wednesday night in Maheshkhali, Cox’s Bazar, local criminals opened fire on a police patrol, injuring three officers, including ASI Md. Selim. Two of the injured are in critical condition. The attack occurred near the new connecting bridge at Afzalia Para, where a criminal-extortion gang has been active. Police and RAB launched joint operations, rescuing the injured and recovering several illegal weapons. Authorities continue efforts to apprehend those responsible while the injured receive hospital treatment.