One Child Dies, Brother Loses Hand in Stray Cocktail Explosion

Staff Reporter | May 19, 2025

Among the three siblings injured in a “stray cocktail” explosion in Jashore, five-year-old Khadizatul Kubra has died during treatment, while her elder brother Sajib Ahmed (7) lost a hand to amputation.

The third sibling, three-year-old Ayesha Sultana, sustained comparatively minor injuries and remains under treatment at Jashore General Hospital.

The incident occurred around 8:30 AM on Monday near Shankarpara Golpata Mosque area. The children of Shahadat Hossain had picked up a ball-like object while playing in a field, later identified as a cocktail. The explosion occurred when they brought it home to play, leaving all three critically injured.

The children’s mother, Sumi Khatun, said doctors at Jashore General Hospital advised immediate transfer of Khadiza and Sajib to Dhaka for advanced treatment. However, Khadiza died en route near Narail district. Sajib’s severely injured hand had to be surgically amputated.

Dr. Shariful Islam Ranju of Jashore General Hospital’s surgery department stated, “The explosion ruptured Khadiza’s abdomen, while Sajib’s hand was beyond salvage.”

Kazi Babul Hossain, Investigation Officer of Jashore Kotwali Police Station, said, “The family claims they found the explosive outdoors. We’re verifying whether it was truly brought from outside or was already inside the house.”

Neighbors reported rushing to Shahadat’s house after hearing a loud blast, finding the children bleeding. They recounted Sajib had found a tape-wrapped container while playing in a nearby field and was using it as a ball with his sisters when it detonated.

Police have inspected the site, and investigations are ongoing.