STAFF CORRESPONDENT

The Bangladesh Army has constituted a court of inquiry to investigate allegations of political involvement against one of its officers, who was taken into military custody on July 17, according to a press release issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) yesterday.

The officer was detained from his residence in the capital’s Uttara area following a complaint received through a law enforcement agency.

“To ensure an impartial and thorough inquiry, a court of inquiry has already been formed. Preliminary investigations have yielded credible evidence supporting the allegation,” the ISPR statement said.

“Based on the findings of the full investigation, appropriate punitive action will be taken in accordance with military laws and regulations,” it added.

The ISPR also said coordination is underway with Bangladesh Police and other law enforcement agencies in connection with the matter.

A separate court of inquiry has been set up to investigate the officer’s unauthorised absence from duty. Upon completion of the investigation, the “Command Responsibility” of the officer will be determined under military law, based on the court’s recommendations.

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