Additional DIG of Police, Abdullah Al Zahir, has been temporarily suspended following allegations of hosting a DJ party and facilitating drug consumption at his residence in the Police Housing Residential Area of Bhatara, in the capital.
This information was conveyed through a notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Saturday (October 31).
Additionally, he has been attached to the Police Special Training School (PSTS) in Betbunia, Rangamati.
The notification states that on October 19, a team from the Detective Branch (DB) – North Division of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) conducted a raid on Abdullah Al Zahir’s residence in the Police Housing Residential Area under Bhatara Police Station. According to the DB, an illegal DJ party and drug consumption were taking place at the premises at the time.
During the raid, cannabis, Yaba (methamphetamine tablets), alcohol, and paraphernalia for consuming Yaba were seized. Reports in various media outlets and on social media indicated that 85 individuals, including 26 women, were detained in connection with the incident.
The notification notes that this incident has fostered a negative perception of the police among the public and has severely damaged the image of the Bangladesh Police. Such conduct has been described as improper, unprofessional, and in violation of departmental rules and discipline.
In accordance with Rule 12(1) of the Government Servants (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 2018, Abdullah Al Zahir has been placed under temporary suspension, effective from October 25. During the period of his suspension, he will be entitled to a subsistence allowance as per the relevant regulations.
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