A man posing as a police officer was detained by locals in Muksudpur, Gopalganj, on Saturday evening. Identified as Rakib Sheikh, 25, from Bara Bhatra village in Nonikhir Union, he was caught in Bongram area wearing a police uniform and carrying a toy pistol, handcuffs, and a knife. Locals handed him over to the police after suspecting his behavior.

According to police and local sources, Rakib entered the house of a resident named Gagan Bala, threatening and intimidating people while pretending to be a police officer. Upon suspicion, residents restrained him and informed the Sindiyaghat police outpost. Police later confirmed his arrest and the seizure of the fake equipment.

Authorities stated that legal proceedings are underway following the arrest, and the seized items have been taken into custody.