Stolen Iron Rod 12.1 Tonnes Recovered, Three Arrested Under Police Superintendent Direction, led by the Zorarganj Police Station.

Jwel Nag, Mirsarai,Chattogram. August 21, 2026. Police in Chattogram have recovered 12 tonnes and 100 kilograms of iron rods stolen from a consignment of BSRM Company, while three individuals allegedly involved in the theft have been arrested. The recovery was made through a coordinated operation led by the Zorarganj Police Station, under the overall direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Police (SP), Chattogram District. According to police, on August 14, 2026, at around 3:00pm, a truck carrying 13 tonnes of iron rods of various sizes was transporting the consignment from BSRM Company in Zorarganj to Sunamganj when the rods were stolen. Following the incident, Zorarganj police launched an immediate investigation with instructions to recover the stolen goods and bring those responsible to justice as quickly as possible. Under the guidance of the Superintendent of Police, Chattogram District, the investigation was led by Sub-Inspector (SI) Abdullah Al Masud, along with SI Md. Saddam Hossain, Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Md. Ismail, and other members of the police force. Police used modern technology, data analysis and intelligence-based information to identify the suspects and conduct a series of coordinated raids. As part of the operation, police arrested Md. Riyad Hossain, the first accused named in the case, from the Baraiyarhat area on August 19. Based on information provided by Riyad, police conducted an operation the following day, August 20, in the Tarabo area under Rupganj Police Station in Narayanganj District, where they arrested Md. Hadis Molla, the truck helper and second accused in the case. Later, based on information obtained from the arrested suspects and further investigation, police conducted another operation in the Jangalia area under Mohammadpur Police Station in Magura District, where they arrested Abul Bashar alias Bashi. Acting on information provided by Bashi, police recovered 12 tonnes and 100 kilograms of the stolen iron rods from a shop named “Ayan Enterprise” in Mohammadpur Bazar. Police also conducted an operation in the Madhukhali area of Faridpur District, where the truck used to transport the stolen rods was recovered in an empty condition. Police Reaffirm Commitment to Protecting Public Property and Lives Police said the successful recovery was made possible through continuous efforts, timely action, the use of information technology and close coordination with police units in different districts. Ensuring the safety of people, their property and business establishments, as well as identifying offenders and bringing them to justice as quickly as possible after a crime is committed, remains one of the primary responsibilities of the police. The Chattogram District Police said it remains committed to carrying out this responsibility with sincerity and professionalism. The operation conducted by Zorarganj Police under the direction of the Superintendent of Police, Chattogram District, has been described as a significant example of the police’s active role in combating crime, protecting public property and strengthening public confidence in law enforcement.