Extortionists beat up trader
Extortionists beat up a goldsmith in the Kalibazar area of the city on Friday night. Protesting the incident, the goldsmiths yesterday kept their shutters down for an hour and brought out procession demanding arrest and punishment to the criminals. Sources said, the gang was threatening Biplob, one of the owners of Baishakhi Jewellers, demanding illegal toll the last couple of days. On Friday night, about 10-12 criminals led by Indra Ghosh beat up Biplob for refusing to pay the money. Topon Chandra Das, elder brother of Biplob filed a case against Indra Ghosh. He said the criminals led by Indra beat up Biplob for illegal toll.
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