Eleven members of Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) have been "closed" in connection to the death of Sultana Jesmine under RAB custody in Naogaon.

They have been withdrawn from the responsibilities.

RAB's Legal and Media Wing director Commander Khondker Al Moin confirmed the matter.

He said 11 personnel who were involved in the drive on March 22 in Naogaon have been withdrawn and attached to the RAB-5 Battalion Headquarters for questioning.

The 11 personnel comprise of an army major, an ASP, other personnel and a driver.

The RAB spokesman further said a committee formed by the RAB Headquarters is now staying in Rajshahi to investigate the incident. The committee is questioning every RAB personnel involved in the drive.

BDST: 2148 HRS, MAR 30, 2023
MSK