ACC to investigate graft allegations against ex-MP Shimul
Shimul is accused of embezzling government funds through irregularities and corruption, laundering money abroad, and purchasing property in Canada, said ACC sources.
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has taken the initiative to investigate the corruption and money laundering allegations against MP Shafiqul Islam Shimul from Natore-2.
ACC officials confirmed this development to The Business Standard on Monday (2 September).
Shimul is accused of embezzling government funds through irregularities, laundering money abroad, and purchasing property in Canada.
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Besides, he allegedly amassed wealth beyond known sources of income, both in his name and in the names of his family members.
Shimul is accused of embezzling government funds through irregularities and corruption, laundering money abroad, and purchasing property in Canada, said ACC sources.
Earlier on 15 August, the Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) ordered all banks to freeze the accounts of Shafiqul Islam Shimul, his wife Shamima Sultana Jannati, and other family members, including his children and parents, for an initial 30-day period.
Additionally, on 17 August, Shimul and 62 Awami League leaders and activists were sued in connection with attacks on BNP leaders in Natore.
