Robber killed in 'gunfight' with Rab

An alleged robber was killed in a 'gunfight' between his cohorts and members of Rapid Action Battalion (Rab) in the Sundarbans yesterday morning.

The deceased was identified as Moshiur, 35, said to be second-in-command of infamous 'Majnu Bahini', police said.

Acting on a tip-off, a patrol team of the elite force raided Chara Putiar Khal in Chandpai range around 8:30am, said Lt Col Faridul Alam, commanding officer of RAB-8.

Sensing the presence of Rab men, the gang opened fire, prompting the members of the elite force to retaliate.

As the gang members retreated, Rab personnel found Moshiur's body lying on the spot. Eleven firearms, including 450 bullets and explosives, were recovered from the spot.