DHAKA, Apr 20, 2026 (BSS) - The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has filed a money laundering case against seven members of the same family.

The accused have been identified as Md Kamal Uddin,33, Jahanara Begum,33, Md. Manik Mia,36, Md Abdul Awal,65, Mosammat Asma,43, Reshma Khatun,39, and Liza Begum alias Lipi Akter,31.

The accused include a father, his three daughters, two sons-in-law, and a daughter-in-law, who allegedly formed an organized drug trafficking syndicate.

Jasim Uddin Khan, Special Superintendent of Police (Media), CID, Bangladesh Police, confirmed the matter.

According to CID investigations, the family operated a network involved in illegal drug trade and laundered the proceeds through banking channels. 

Between January 2009 and February 2026, a total of Tk 5,17,27,377 was transacted through their bank accounts. Authorities also found that all accused have one or more criminal cases filed against them in different thanas across the country.

The CID sources revealed that three sisters-Asma, Reshma, and Liza-were the key operators of the syndicate, primarily based in Dattapara area under Tongi East Police Station in Gazipur. 

Other family members, including their father, husbands, and sister-in-law, were also actively involved, forming a coordinated criminal group.

Despite having no legitimate sources of income, the accused conducted large financial transactions through their bank accounts. 

Investigators have found evidence of money laundering through the transfer, conversion, and concealment of proceeds from drug trafficking. 

A portion of the illicit funds-amounting to approximately Tk 79.73 lakh-was used to purchase land, while the rest was spent on further drug operations and personal consumption.

The CID further reported that the accused used to collect illegal drugs from various districts and distribute them across Dhaka and Gazipur through local carriers. 

The operations were managed with the help of local accomplices.

Multiple cases related to narcotics and other crimes have been filed against the accused in different police stations, indicating a long history of involvement in criminal activities.

The Financial Crime Unit of CID is currently investigating the case.

The CID stated that efforts are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the criminal network, identify other unidentified members, and ensure legal action against all involved.