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“We expect to complete the investigation very soon and submit formal charges before the tribunal,” he added.

The chief prosecutor declined to provide a detailed list of the accused, citing the ongoing investigation. However, he indicated that many individuals would be named in the case, including deposed premier Sheikh Hasina and former police chief Benazir Ahmed.

“No one will be spared, regardless of position, if evidence is found,” he added.

Another prosecutor said the tribunal has issued and arrest warrant against 21 people so far in connection with the incident.

The prosecution has already identified a preliminary list of an estimated 15-20 victims, Aminul said, adding that efforts are on to verify if more individuals were affected.

On May 5–6, 2013, an overnight operation, allegedly through the use of excessive force and unlawful killings, was carried out by law enforcers to disperse Hefazat-e-Islam activists who had gathered at Shapla Chattar in Motijheel, demanding a set of religion-based demands.

Meanwhile, counsels for former Awami League minister Quamrul Islam filed a petition before the tribunal seeking an order to allow him to avail better treatment in Evercare Hospital as he has developed gastric cancer.

The tribunal fixed today for hearing on the petition and to issue an order.

Chief Prosecutor Aminul said if an accused genuinely requires medical treatment, it should be provided on humanitarian grounds. He, however, noted that during the AL government’s tenure, repeated appeals made for the treatment of former premier Khaleda Zia were not granted.

“We do not want to repeat such inhumane practices,” he added.