Factory attacked and looted in Ashulia over extortion demand

Allegations have been raised regarding an attack, vandalism, and looting at a sweater factory in Ashulia after extortion demands were not met. Ahaduzzaman, chairman of N.D. Factory and the victim businessman, disclosed this during a press conference at the Crime Reporters Association office in Segunbagicha. He stated that a group led by Md. Sanoar, identifying himself as a local Chhatra Dal president, initially demanded Tk 2 crore and later Tk 1 extortion money.

As the demanded money was not paid, around 40-50 youths equipped with local weapons attacked the factory on the morning of October 22, looting goods worth approximately Tk 40 lakh. Although police and SRB members arrived at the scene following a 999 call, the victim claimed police later advised them to approach the court instead of recording a case.

Currently, the businessman is living in extreme fear for his life along with 1,100 factory workers. With the factory closed, he fears potential worker unrest and has urgently sought intervention from the Prime Minister and Home Minister.

Reported by 4 outlets. See the original sources below for full details.