DHAKA, Jan 10, 2026 (BSS) - Police arrested 48 people within 24 hours during Operation Devil Hunt Phase-2, carried out by Mirpur, Sher-e-Bangla Nagar and Jatrabari police stations in the capital.

According to police sources, Mirpur Model Police Station arrested the highest number, 27 individuals, during a day-long operation on Friday in various crime-prone areas under its jurisdiction. 

During the operation, police also recovered three mobile phones from the possession of the arrestees.

Sher-e-Bangla Nagar Police Station arrested 10 people in separate raids conducted in crime-prone areas. 

The arrestees include individuals involved in regular cases, outstanding warrants and various criminal activities.

Meanwhile, Jatrabari Police Station arrested 11 people during raids in different areas under its jurisdiction as part of the same operation.

Police officials said the arrests were made as part of ongoing efforts to curb crime and maintain law and order in the capital. 

All the arrested individuals have been sent to the court for further legal proceedings.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) stated that Operation Devil Hunt Phase-2 will continue across the city to ensure public safety and take action against criminals.