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‘Drug trader’ killed in Narayanganj ‘gunfight’

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Update: 2018-09-19 11:24:04
‘Drug trader’ killed in Narayanganj ‘gunfight’

NARAYANGANJ: A suspected drug dealer was killed in a shootout with Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) reportedly taken place in Siddhirganj of Narayanganj early Wednesday (September 19).

The deceased was identified as Farid Mia alias Fency Farid.

Two RAB members sustained injuries in the incident.

RAB-11 Senior Assistant Director Alep Uddin confirmed the matter to Banglanews.

A team of RAB-11 launched a drive on tip-off to recover drugs at Shimrail area of Siddhirganj.

Drug dealers opened fired at the forces, following which a gunfight broke out.

However, the deceased was accused in 18 cases filed over various charges including drug dealing and possessing arms.

BDST: 1122 HRS, SEPT 19, 2018
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