ACC letter seeking Interpol red alert against Hasina-Joy

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) of Bangladesh has sent a letter to Inspector General of  BD Police (IGP) Baharul Alam, requesting that measures be taken to secure an Interpol red notice for the arrest of former prime minister of the country Sheikh Hasina and her son Sajeeb Wazed Joy.

ACC Deputy Director and Public Relations Officer Md Akhtarul Islam confirmed the matter on Thursday afternoon.

The letter, signed by ACC Assistant Director and Investigating Officer Afnan Jannat Keya said that a court has already issued a warrant of arrest against Sheikh Hasina.

During the course of the investigation, it was revealed that Sheikh Hasina had fled abroad.

In the interest of justice, the court issued the warrant to identify her location, bring her back to the country and ensure she faces due legal proceedings.