London: Detectives have arrested two alleged members of an organised fraud ring accused of using the names of key ministries, including the Home Ministry, to extort money by promising government officials transfers, postings, and promotions. The arrestees are M Aminur Rahman Shanta, 44, and Nilufa Sultana, 56, said Deputy Commissioner (Media and Public Relations) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police NM Nasiruddin on Friday.
According to United News of Bangladesh, on May 20, Kamrul Hasan, Assistant Private Secretary to the Home Minister, filed a written complaint with the DMP Commissioner after receiving reports of fraudulent activities using ministry identities. The complaint detailed that a person had been contacting ministry officials via WhatsApp, claiming the ability to arrange postings, transfers, and promotions in exchange for money. This individual also allegedly made repeated claims of influence over ministry decisions.
Following the complaint, the DB Cyber and Special Crime (North) Division launched an investigation and arrested main suspect Shanta from a house in West Rampura around 9:35pm on Wednesday. His mobile phone and SIM card used in the fraud were also seized. During interrogation, Shanta reportedly confessed to his involvement and provided information about another member of the gang. Based on this information, Nilufa Sultana, who posed as a Personal Officer at the Ministry of Home Affairs, was also arrested.
A case was filed at Ramna Police Station in this connection. Police said drives are ongoing to arrest other members of the fraud ring.