Five killed in clash between two rival groups in Narail

Five people have been killed in a bloody clash between two groups over establishing dominance in Narail. Seven others injured are undergoing treatment.

The clash occurred between the Khayer and Khalil groups in the early hours of Monday, February 23, in Barakula village of Sadar upazila. Khayer is a former UP chairman.

The deceased are Khalil Rahman, chief of the Khalil group; his son Tahazzud Hossain; group members Ferdous Hossain and his son Munna Sheikh. Additionally, Osibur Mia, a member of the opposing Khayer group, also lost his life in the clash.

According to local sources, there had been a long-standing dispute between former UP chairman Khayer and the Khalil group over dominance in the area. Around 5:30 am on Monday, both sides became involved in a clash armed with local weapons. Several casualties occurred on the spot in Barakula village, which turned into a battlefield.

Osikur Fakir, injured from the opposing group, died after being admitted to Narail Sadar Hospital. Following the incident, 5-6 houses were set on fire and looted.

Narail Superintendent of Police Al Mamun Sikder said additional police have been deployed at the spot to prevent fresh violence in the area. A tense situation currently prevails throughout the village.

He further said those involved in the killings will be swiftly arrested and brought under the law. Multiple police teams are working on this matter.