Bangladesh Police have arrested a total of 141,989 people in nationwide special operations and other law enforcement drives conducted between May 1 and July 27, 2026. According to a statement from Police Headquarters, 39,267 individuals were arrested in ongoing special operations, while 102,722 were apprehended in connection with various criminal cases and routine police operations.
During this period, police recovered a significant cache of illegal weapons and explosives, including 325 firearms, 2,802 rounds of ammunition, 103 magazines, 46 crude bombs, about 2.25 kilograms of gunpowder, 638 locally made weapons, 18 firearm components, 17 bomb- and weapon-making tools, and 10,300 chocolate bombs. The seized firearms comprised various types, such as pistols, shooter guns, LG guns, revolvers, rifles, shotguns, pipe guns, and submachine guns.
In addition to weapons, police also recovered a substantial quantity of narcotics, including 9,122,996 yaba tablets, 9,080 packets of heroin, 4,095 bottles of phensedyl, 8,211 bottles of foreign liquor, 423 bottles of locally produced liquor, 8,552 packets of cannabis, and other illegal drugs. Following these seizures, police filed 17,066 cases and arrested 24,821 people.
These nationwide operations reflect a significant effort by law enforcement to curb criminal activities and illegal trade within the country. The large number of arrests and seizures indicates a robust response to ongoing security challenges.
The ongoing crackdown is part of a broader strategy to enhance public safety and reduce the prevalence of illegal activities. Authorities continue to monitor and address emerging threats to maintain order and security across Bangladesh.
