Published on 10:02 AM, May 05, 2022

New Market clashes: 3 held from Cox’s Bazar, Shariatpur

From left: Mehedi Hasan Bappi, Md Mahmudul Hasan, Md Mowajjem Hossain. Photo: Collected

Members of Rapid Action Battalion have arrested one person in connection with the death of two people during the clashes between Dhaka College students and New Market traders.

They also arrested two persons on charges of starting the clashes, according to a text message floated to media from Rab.

The arrestees were held from Shariatpur and Cox's Bazar areas, the message added.

Further information will be revealed during a press conference later in the day.