Narayanganj: A man was killed in an attack allegedly by robbers at Muktishpur village in Sonargaon upazila of Narayanganj early Thursday. The deceased was identified as Nazrul Islam, 45, son of Gazi Mia of the village.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the victim's wife, Shahnaz Begum, reported that a group of 4-5 men called Nazrul by his name around 12:30 am. Upon opening the door, the masked individuals stormed the house, tied Nazrul up, and began beating him. Shahnaz Begum was also beaten, and the assailants took away keys.
Shahnaz stated that the robbers strangled Nazrul to death as he could recognize them. Subsequently, they looted valuables worth around Tk 12 lakh, including Tk 60,000 in cash and 5 bhoris of gold ornaments.
Officer-in-Charge of Sonargaon Police Station, Golam Sarwar, mentioned they found no clear evidence of robbery. He also stated that a man named Ujjal has been detained for questioning in connection with the incident.