Two PBCP cadres shown arrested

They are Humayun Kabir of Terokheda upazila and Zakir Shaikh of Rupsha upazila.

They are among 145 people picked up for quizzing till Saturday. The rest 143 have been released.

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OC Sirajul Islam of Rupsha thana has lodged a FIR in connection with murders.

Meanwhile, PBCP has claimed responsibility for murders of SI Shamsul Huq and Havilder Abu Bakar, identifying them as "class enemies".

It is learnt from Union Parishad chairmen of Rupsha upazila that foot patrol by police at night has been stopped until further order.

The chairmen of Icegati, Naihati and Srifaltala UPs said they have taken shelter in Khulna city fearing attempt on their lives by outlaws.