The investigation agency of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) today confirmed preliminary findings against two former members of the Rapid Action Battalion (Rab) over allegations of abduction and torture.

A case has been filed against the accused officers, identified as Mohiuddin Faruqe and Md Alep Uddin, with the tribunal ordering them to appear in court on December 2.

Public Prosecutor Gazi MH Tamim told reporters at the ICT premises that an application has been submitted to arrest and produce the former Rab officials before the tribunal.

He stated that victims have made direct allegations of forced abductions followed by severe torture, which the ICT’s investigative body has found to be credible in its initial probe.

The prosecutor also highlighted a significant change in the tribunal’s legal framework.

“Previously, abduction, torture, and confinement were considered elements of forced disappearance under the tribunal’s law. However, with the 2024 amendment, forced disappearances are now recognised as a criminal offense,” he said.