Misinformation spreads as authorities confirm former Bangladesh police chief remains in custody
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Social media platforms are currently flooded with conflicting and unsubstantiated claims regarding the status of former Bangladesh Inspector General of Police Benazir Ahmed, who remains the subject of high-profile corruption allegations. While official government reports confirm his arrest in the United Arab Emirates, viral misinformation—including fabricated images and baseless claims of his release—has triggered widespread public confusion.
The surge in disinformation follows a formal statement by Home Affairs Adviser Lt. Gen. (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, who confirmed in parliament on June 12 that Ahmed had been apprehended in Dubai. The arrest was executed following an Interpol Red Notice issued at the request of the Bangladeshi government. Despite these official assertions, several social media pages, including one with a substantial following, have circulated videos claiming that Ahmed was released after questioning. These claims lack credible sourcing and have not been corroborated by any legitimate news organization.
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In one notable instance, a verified Facebook profile belonging to a former student political leader shared a graphic suggesting the former police chief had been released. Furthermore, images depicting Ahmed in handcuffs have circulated widely online; however, forensic analysis indicates these visuals were generated using artificial intelligence. Similar efforts to discredit the official narrative have included claims that the Interpol Red Notice is fraudulent, citing the absence of his name on the organization’s public website. Security experts note, however, that Interpol frequently restricts Red Notice details to law enforcement use only, and public listings are reserved for cases requiring international public assistance or where the individual poses an immediate threat to public safety.
Authorities in Dhaka are moving forward with legal proceedings to secure Ahmed’s extradition. The Anti-Corruption Commission has finalized the necessary documentation and transmitted a formal request to the Ministry of Home Affairs to facilitate his return. Additionally, the Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal has confirmed that should Ahmed be returned to Bangladesh, he will face trial in connection with ongoing cases against him.
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Legal representatives for Ahmed have reportedly been appointed in Dubai, and documents regarding the charges against him in Bangladesh have been submitted to Emirati authorities. As of Tuesday, there is no verified information to suggest that he has been released from custody. Official channels maintain that Ahmed remains under the supervision of UAE law enforcement while the extradition process continues.
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