Border Guard Bangladesh has detained 53 Rohingyas on charges of illegally crossing from Myanmar, officials said on Sunday.

The group was apprehended on Sunday morning while attempting to enter Bangladesh through the Whykong border point in Teknaf, Cox’s Bazar. BGB stated the individuals were trying to flee ongoing clashes inside Myanmar between the military and the Arakan Army.

One Bangladeshi national was also detained alongside the 53. All those held have been handed over to Teknaf Model Police Station.

Legal action will follow against the 53 individuals once their identities and alleged involvement have been verified.