BNP Leader Hacked to Death in Broad Daylight in Dhamrai

Local Correspondent

Dhamrai, Dhaka — Abul Kashem (57), a senior vice president of the BNP’s Gangutia Union unit, was hacked to death near his home in Dhamrai in broad daylight.

The incident occurred around 12:00 PM on Thursday in the Jalsa area of Gangutia Union. Kashem was attacked with sharp weapons by unidentified assailants, according to his family. He was rushed to Enam Medical College Hospital in Savar, where doctors declared him dead at 1:00 PM.

Kashem was the son of the late Roiz Uddin Master and resided in the Jalsa area of Gangutia Union. His family suspects the attack may have been politically motivated.

Khaleelur Rahman, the victim’s younger brother, said Kashem was attacked shortly after leaving home around noon. “He was alone when the assailants attacked him. We don’t know who was involved or how many were there, but it could be related to politics,” he added.

Mohammad Yusuf, the in-charge of Enam Medical College Hospital, confirmed that Kashem was brought in lifeless at around 1:00 PM.

Mozammel Haque Moza, president of the BNP’s Gangutia Union unit, stated that Kashem was attacked while heading to the market. He believes political disputes could be the motive behind the killing.

Officer-in-Charge (OC) Mohammad Monirul Islam of Dhamrai Police Station confirmed the incident and said an investigation is underway.