Ex-IGP Benazir Ahmed arrested in Dubai
Published: 14 June 2026, 3:04:22
Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed has reportedly been arrested in Dubai by the Dubai Police with assistance from the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) and Interpol.
According to the information available, Benazir was apprehended in the United Arab Emirates in connection with multiple cases filed against him in Bangladesh over allegations of amassing wealth beyond known sources of income and money laundering.
The former police chief has been facing several corruption-related investigations and court proceedings.
Earlier, Bangladeshi authorities sought international assistance, including an Interpol Red Notice, to facilitate his arrest.
A senior official at Police Headquarters confirmed the information to the media on Sunday afternoon.
Speaking on condition of anonymity, the official said the authorities were informed of the development through a letter sent on June 12.
