Bangladesh Requests Interpol Red Notice for Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina
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Synopsis
On April 20, Bangladesh officially requested Interpol to issue a red notice against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 11 others, alleging conspiracy to overthrow the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. This move follows an ongoing investigation into serious charges including inciting civil war.
Key Takeaways
- Bangladesh seeks Interpol's assistance against Sheikh Hasina.
- Allegations involve conspiracy against the interim government.
- Red notice would allow global law enforcement to detain suspects.
- Hasina is currently in India, facing multiple legal cases.
- Former officials have fled or been arrested.
Dhaka, April 20 (NationPress) Bangladesh has formally approached Interpol to issue a red notice against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 11 others regarding allegations of a conspiracy aimed at toppling the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government, as reported by local media.
Reports indicate that this request was made by the Bangladesh Police Headquarters amidst an ongoing investigation into accusations of inciting civil conflict and attempting to destabilize the transitional government.
As confirmed by the leading Bangladeshi publication, The Dhaka Tribune, Assistant Inspector General (Media) Enamul Haque Sagor affirmed the request’s validity.
“These applications are submitted concerning allegations arising during investigations or ongoing legal proceedings,” he stated.
If the red notice is approved, it would empower law enforcement agencies worldwide to locate and temporarily detain the accused individuals while awaiting extradition or other legal processes.
“Interpol is crucial in tracking down fugitives residing outside their home countries. Once the location of any absconding individual is verified, the information is communicated to Interpol,” Sagor added, noting that the request for a red notice is currently being processed.
The Daily Star highlighted that the police initiate such actions based on requests from the courts, public prosecutors, or investigative bodies.
Last November, the Chief Prosecutor's Office of the International Crimes Tribunal had previously recommended that the police seek Interpol's help for Hasina's apprehension.
Currently, Hasina is involved in over 100 legal cases ranging from mass murder to corruption. She fled Bangladesh on August 5 of the previous year following a large-scale student-led movement that culminated in the end of her 16-year reign under the Awami League.
Reports suggest that she has been residing in India since her departure.
Many of her former ministers and senior party officials have either been arrested or have fled the nation in an effort to evade trials related to serious allegations, including crimes against humanity.
In February, addressing Awami League supporters online from India, the ousted Prime Minister accused the Yunus-led interim government of transforming the country into a supposed center of “terrorism” and “lawlessness.”
