Teen gang crimes: Govt considering lowering minors’ age limit
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The image shows entrance of the juvenile correction centre for boys in Jashore. Photo: Mohsin Milon/File
Following the rise in juvenile crimes and teen gangs, the Cabinet Committee on Law and Order has been considering reducing the age limit of children/minors from 18.
The committee's chief, Minister for Liberation War Affairs, AKM Mozammel Haque, said this in a briefing to reporters after a meeting today.
In the wake of some recent events, this issue was discussed in the meeting.
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