Grabbed my throat, beat me': Nayeem Hasan accuses police of assault

Bangladesh Test cricketer Nayeem Hasan alleges he was physically assaulted by police in Chattogram late Saturday night after returning from a delayed flight. Nayeem, who had just played for Prime Bank Cricket Club in the Dhaka Premier League, reported being stopped by officers while traveling home. He claims officers ignored his identity as a national cricketer and responded violently when he offered to show his bag. Chattogram police have announced an investigation into the incident, vowing to hold any involved parties accountable.

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