Two Bangladeshi Infiltrators Jump Into Barak River During Police Chase, Arrested

In a dramatic operation near the India-Bangladesh border in Assam’s Cachar district, two Bangladeshi nationals allegedly attempted to escape arrest by jumping into the Barak River but were eventually apprehended by Katigorah Police. Two police personnel were reportedly injured during the operation.

Acting on a tip-off, Katigorah Police raided the house of a person identified as Ziaur Rahman at Harinagar Part III in Katigorah. Police had received information that two Bangladeshi nationals were allegedly hiding at the residence.

However, upon sensing the police operation, the two men attempted to flee. During the chase, they jumped into the Barak River in an apparent bid to evade arrest.

The police pursued them into the river using a boat and eventually managed to apprehend both men despite their attempts to escape.

Two police personnel sustained injuries during the operation, according to reports.

The arrested individuals have been identified as Salman Ahmed, 22, and Russel Ahmed, 35. Both are reportedly residents of the Amanshid area in Zakiganj, Bangladesh.

Further details regarding the case and the legal action against the arrested individuals are awaited.