Former UP Member Beaten to Death in Front of Wife in Dhaka's Dhamrai
Location: Kulla Union, Dhamrai Upazila, Dhaka
Incident Details
In a shocking incident, Babul Hossain (50), a former Union
Parishad (UP) member, was brutally beaten to death in broad daylight in front
of his wife in Kulla Union, Dhamrai Upazila, Dhaka. The attack, allegedly
stemming from a long-standing feud, occurred on Friday afternoon in the Makulia
area of the Kulla Union.
Babul's wife, Yasmin, witnessed the horrific incident and
identified several local individuals as the attackers. She recounted that her
husband was attacked with sticks, hammers, and iron rods while he was working
in a mustard field. Despite her attempts to intervene, the assailants
overpowered her and left Babul critically injured. He was later declared dead
at Enam Medical College Hospital in Savar.
Background of the Feud
According to locals, Babul had been involved in disputes related
to land ownership and development projects in the area. He initially worked for
the owners of the Akshirnagar Housing Project but later sided with local
residents in their conflicts with the project developers. Recently, he had
resumed working with the housing project's owners, which reportedly angered
some locals.
Babul's family members revealed that his father, Idris Ali, was
also found dead in a pond near the housing project in September of the previous
year. The family suspects foul play in both incidents but has not received any
justice so far.
Eyewitness Account
Yasmin, Babul's wife, described the attack: "They
surrounded my husband and beat him mercilessly. They broke his arms and legs
and gouged out his eyes. I recognized some of the attackers, including Apsan,
Monir, Arshad, and his son. They are all from our neighborhood."
She added that Babul had tried to avoid conflicts and had stayed
away from trouble since the previous disputes. However, his involvement with
the housing project's owners had reignited tensions.
Hospital Statement
Dr. Ejaz of Enam Medical College Hospital stated that Babul was
brought to the hospital at around 3:15 PM with severe injuries to his head and
body. He was declared dead upon arrival.
Police Response
The Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Dhamrai Police Station, Monirul
Islam, confirmed that the murder was linked to a land dispute involving the
housing project. He assured that the police are investigating the incident and
will take legal action against those involved.
Family's Anguish
Babul's sister-in-law, Mukta, expressed the family's grief and
confusion: "They killed Babul today, just like they killed his father
before. We don't even understand why this is happening to us."
Community Reaction
The incident has sparked fear and anger among local residents,
who are demanding justice for Babul and his family. Many have called for an end
to the cycle of violence and feuds in the area.
Conclusion
The brutal murder of Babul Hossain highlights the dangers of
unresolved land disputes and the vulnerability of individuals caught in such
conflicts. The incident underscores the need for stronger law enforcement and
conflict resolution mechanisms to prevent such tragedies in the future. The
family and community await justice, hoping that the perpetrators will be
brought to trial.
