Chattogram:The Bangladesh Coast Guard (BCG) has successfully intercepted a smuggling operation, arresting eight individuals and seizing 40 tons of cement intended for illegal transport to Myanmar. The operation occurred in the Karnaphuli Channel under Patenga Police Station.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, BCG Media Officer Lieutenant Commander Sabbir Alam Sujan reported that the action was taken following a tip-off. A special operation was launched at 600 pm on October 29 near Ghat No. 15 of the Karnaphuli Channel.
Upon conducting a search of a suspicious cargo boat, BCG officers discovered the cement, valued at approximately Taka 400,000, which was poised to be smuggled into Myanmar. The operation resulted in the arrest of eight suspects and the seizure of the boat involved in the smuggling attempt.
Legal proceedings are currently underway against those detained and concerning the seized materials. Lieutenant Commander Sabbir Alam Sujan emphasized that the Coast Guard will maintain its efforts to thwart smuggling activities in the region.