63 Foreigners Held in Ctg as Police Examine Suspected Online Scam
Bdbusinessdaily.com – Police have detained 63 foreign nationals in Chattogram’s Khulshi area while investigating allegations of an illegal casino operation and a possible online scam network. The operation, in which 63 foreigners held in Ctg became the focus of a major police inquiry, also led to the seizure of 187 electronic devices, foreign currency and casino-related equipment.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the exact nature of the activities carried out at the premises. Investigators are examining the recovered materials to determine whether the building was used for online fraud, illegal gambling, both activities, or another unlawful purpose. Detention during an investigation does not by itself establish that a person committed an offence.
Raid Conducted in Khulshi Residential Area
The police operation began at around 3pm on 10 September at an eight-storey building on Road 4 in the Jalalabad Krishnachura Residential Area. Law enforcement personnel searched the building after acting on information from a confidential source.
The location is in Chattogram’s Khulshi area, a residential neighbourhood where local residents said they had noticed an increasing number of foreign nationals entering and leaving the building during the previous month. Those observations drew attention before police launched the raid.
The case involving 63 foreigners held in Ctg has attracted attention because of the size of the group, the number of devices recovered and the possibility that digital platforms may have been used in suspected criminal activity. Police are expected to assess the building’s operations, the occupants’ roles and any links between people, devices and financial transactions.
187 Phones and Laptops Seized
Police seized 187 electronic devices from the premises, including 131 mobile phones and 56 laptops. Foreign currency and equipment associated with casino games were also recovered during the search.
The phones and computers are likely to be central to the inquiry. Digital devices can contain call records, messages, account details, payment information and other material that may help investigators establish how an alleged operation functioned. Any evidence found on the devices will need to be reviewed carefully before authorities can draw conclusions.
Mohammad Abdur Rahim, officer-in-charge of Khulshi Police Station, said the precise nature of the suspected operation had not been confirmed. The Chattogram Metropolitan Police Cyber Crime Unit had been working on the matter for an extended period before the raid took place.
Investigators will need to distinguish between the initial allegations and information that can be independently verified through the seized devices, financial material and other evidence. The inquiry may also consider whether the equipment was used by individuals at the premises or was connected to wider operations.
Detainees Include Five Nationalities
Among those detained are 35 people from Laos, 21 from Pakistan, five from China, one from Vietnam and one from Nepal. Police said the group includes 41 men, 21 women and one child.
The presence of detainees from several countries adds complexity to the investigation. Authorities will need to determine the role of each person and whether any individual had a direct connection to the suspected activities. The nationalities of those detained do not indicate responsibility, and the investigation remains ongoing.
In the case of the 63 foreigners held in Ctg, police are expected to focus on the significance of the electronic devices, the foreign currency, the gaming equipment and the use of the building. Further official information may clarify whether police identify evidence of illegal casino activity, online scams or another form of unlawful conduct.
Why Digital Evidence Matters
Investigations involving alleged online offences often depend heavily on electronic evidence. Mobile phones and laptops can help authorities trace communications, accounts, payment records and connections between locations and people. However, the recovery of devices alone does not establish what they were used for; their contents and context must be assessed as part of a proper investigation.
The raid also underlines the importance of reporting suspicious activity through appropriate channels rather than making unverified accusations. Residents who notice unusual activity in their neighbourhood can share information with local police, while allowing investigators to assess the facts and take lawful action where necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where were the 63 foreign nationals detained?
They were detained during a police operation at an eight-storey building on Road 4 in the Jalalabad Krishnachura Residential Area of Chattogram’s Khulshi area.
What did police recover during the raid?
Police recovered 187 electronic devices, including 131 mobile phones and 56 laptops. Foreign currency and casino-related equipment were also seized.
Have police confirmed an online scam or illegal casino operation?
No. Police were investigating suspected links to illegal casino activity and possible online fraud, but the exact nature of the alleged operation had not yet been confirmed.
What should Chattogram residents do if they notice suspicious activity?
Residents should provide factual information to their local police station or relevant law enforcement authorities. They should avoid spreading unverified claims, as investigators need evidence to determine whether any illegal activity has taken place.
