Man killed over land dispute in Shariatpur

SHARIATPUR, Oct 16 (BSS): A man was killed in a clash over a land-related dispute in Modhdho Siddha area in Damudya upazila of the district on Wednesdday.

The deceased was identified as Sirajul Islam Majhi, 55, of the area.

Local people said the incident occurred in the morning in the area. Slain Sirajul Islam had a clash with his nephew over the ownership of a piece of land.

In the morning, they were locked in an altercation over the issue. At one stage of their altercation, his nephew Jahangir Majhi allegedly hit him with an iron stick.

Critically wounded Sirajul was brought to Bhedarganj Upazila Health Complex where the duty doctor declared him dead.

Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Damudya Thana Hafijur Rahman confirmed.

A case was filed in this connection.