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Efforts Ongoing to Arrest Fugitives Accused of Crimes: Tajul
Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), Mohammad Tajul Islam, has stated that law enforcement agencies are actively pursuing fugitives accused of crimes against humanity during last year’s anti-discrimination student movement.
Speaking to reporters at his office on Thursday, Tajul confirmed that multiple arrest warrants have already been issued. “Some of the accused have fled the country after learning about the warrants. Bringing them back is a complicated process that involves both legal and diplomatic efforts,” he said.
He added that the government is working closely with international partners to track down and repatriate the fugitives. Interpol has been requested—on two occasions—to issue red notices for Hasina and ten others involved.
According to Tajul, Hasina orchestrated a violent crackdown on quota reform protesters in July and August of last year. The operation, allegedly carried out with the support of law enforcement agencies and party loyalists, resulted in hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries.
What began as a student-led demand for reforms in public service quotas evolved into a nationwide anti-government uprising by early August. The government collapsed on August 5, just two days after the protest reached its peak. Hasina and her sister reportedly fled the country amid the turmoil.
The ICT is currently holding trials for individuals accused of committing crimes against humanity during this period.