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Criminal Syndicate Targets Specialists' Information for Extortion Racket
Law enforcement authorities have uncovered a criminal network that systematically collects personal details of professional specialists to conduct extortion operations. The Detective Branch has revealed the modus operandi as part of an ongoing investigation into organized crime activities.
LSN Bangladesh ·
The Detective Branch has identified a well-organized criminal gang operating an extortion scheme that specifically targets medical practitioners, engineers, lawyers, and other professional specialists across the country. The syndicate reportedly employs various methods to obtain confidential information about these professionals, including their contact details, business addresses, and personal financial information.
According to law enforcement sources, the criminals use the collected data to approach victims with threats and demands for money, exploiting the professionals' concerns about reputation damage and business disruption. The gang allegedly operates through multiple channels, including direct contact and digital communications, to carry out their illegal activities.
The Detective Branch has launched coordinated operations to dismantle the network and apprehend those responsible. Authorities are working to trace the sources and methods used by the criminals to gather specialist information, while also identifying all individuals involved in the extortion racket.
Police have advised professionals to exercise caution regarding their personal information and to report any extortion attempts or suspicious contact to law enforcement immediately. The investigation is ongoing as authorities continue to gather evidence and identify additional members of the criminal syndicate.