Furthermore, 20 Uzi semi-automatic .22 calibre rifles also entered the country during the period. According to the DB report, 49 of 91 Uzi semi-automatic .22 calibre pistols have been sold to civilians with licenses. Besides, six Uzi .22 calibre rifles, out of a total 20 imported, have also been sold to licensed arms holders. As per the report, there are 32 licensed arms dealers under the Dhaka Metropolitan Police [DMP] area and 52 across the country—totaling 84. After searching Minal’s car, law enforcement found bottles of foreign liquor, an Uzi .22 calibre rifle and 44 bullets.

Source: Dhaka Tribune November 22, 2020 15:00 UTC