Civilians Abducted by ARSA Near Myanmar-Bangladesh Border; Five Escape While Three Remain Held

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In a stark reminder of the persistent security threats along the porous border between Myanmar’s Rakhine State and Bangladesh, the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA) reportedly abducted eight civilians on January 4, according to local accounts.

The incident occurred near Border Post 42, where a group of six Rakhine civilians — including men, women, and a 9-year-old boy — were attempting to cross into Bangladesh for medical treatment. They were accompanied by three Bangladeshi guides from neighboring villages.

According to survivors, about seven armed gunmen affiliated with ARSA intercepted the group in hilly terrain approximately 2.26 km west of the border. The abductors bound the adult men, physically assaulted them, and robbed them of mobile phones, cash, and valuables before forcing them deeper into the forests.

That night, five captives — including two Rakhine men and all three Bangladeshi guides — managed to escape under the cover of darkness, navigating rugged terrain to reach safety in Bangladesh by early January 5.

However, three individuals remain in ARSA’s captivity: two adult women and the 9-year-old boy. Their families and local authorities have not yet confirmed any negotiations for their release. 

The group’s activities underscore the ongoing instability along the Burma-Bangladesh frontier, where militant groups exploit weak border controls and local grievances. The incident also highlights the challenges civilians face while seeking essential services amidst escalating cross-border tensions.


https://www.globalarakannetwork.com/post/eight-civilians-abducted-by-arsa-near-myanmar-bangladesh-border-five-escape-three-remain-in-captiv

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