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Bangladesh froze 123 accounts linked to ex-MP Sheikh Salahuddin Jewel over alleged money laundering.
The Criminal Investigation Department has frozen 123 bank accounts linked to former Awami League MP Sheikh Salahuddin Jewel and his family members, including his wife, siblings, and niece, as part of a money laundering probe.
The accounts, held at various banks and brokerage firms, contain about Tk 48.47 crore in deposits and Tk 30 lakh in savings certificates.
The Dhaka Metropolitan Sessions Judge (Special Judge) ordered the freeze on January 4, 2026, following a CID petition under the Money Laundering Prevention Act.
Authorities allege the funds were obtained through extortion and intimidation.
The investigation remains active, with potential legal action pending.
Bangladesh congeló 123 cuentas vinculadas con el ex parlamentario Sheikh Salahuddin Jewel por presunto lavado de dinero.