Operation Devil Hunt: 769 arrested countrywide

A total of 769 people were arrested across the country as part of the ongoing ‘Operation Devil Hunt’ in 24 hours till Saturday afternoon, according to the police headquarters.

Besides, 572 others were arrested in connection with various warrants and ongoing cases during the same period in countrywide drives conducted by local police.

During this period, the joint forces also recovered a range of weapons and materials, including one locally made pipe gun.

Launched on the night of February 9, ‘Operation Devil Hunt’ is aimed at curbing unrest and ensuring public safety across the country.

The operation followed an attack on students and civilians in Gazipur on the night of February 7, an area known to be a stronghold of the Awami League.