Law enforcement authorities in the Baraigram Upazila of Natore district have escalated an assault investigation to a murder inquiry following the death of a mother who was allegedly attacked by her son. The victim, Sajeda Begum, passed away on Sunday, 3 May 2026, at a tertiary referral hospital, two days after sustaining critical injuries during a domestic dispute reportedly motivated by a demand for narcotic funds.
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The Assault and Immediate Aftermath
The incident transpired on the afternoon of Friday, 1 May 2026, in the Pashchimpara neighbourhood of Baraigram. According to investigative reports and witness testimony, the suspect—identified as the victim’s son, Rajan—engaged in a confrontation with his mother after she refused his demand for 500 BDT. Local sources suggest that the suspect sought the money to purchase illicit drugs.
Following the refusal, the situation turned violent. Rajan allegedly attacked Sajeda Begum with a sharp weapon, inflicting a deep stab wound to her abdomen. The severity of the injury caused extensive internal trauma and rapid blood loss. Local residents, alerted by the disturbance, arrived at the scene to find the victim in a critical state and promptly arranged for her transport to a medical facility.
Medical Transition and Fatality
Sajeda Begum was initially taken to a local health complex before being transferred to Rajshahi Medical College (RMC) Hospital due to the life-threatening nature of her wounds. Surgeons at RMC Hospital performed emergency procedures to address the abdominal trauma, and she was subsequently placed under intensive care.
Despite the clinical interventions, her condition remained unstable. At approximately 7:00 pm on Sunday, her physiological state reached a point of total collapse, and she was pronounced dead by the attending medical staff. Hospital representatives have attributed the cause of death to systemic organ failure and complications arising from the penetrating abdominal injury.
Law Enforcement and Judicial Process
The Baraigram Police acted immediately following the initial report of the stabbing on Friday. Abdus Salam, the Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Baraigram Police Station, confirmed that Rajan was apprehended and taken into custody shortly after the assault occurred.
With the victim’s passing, the legal framework of the case has changed. OC Abdus Salam stated that the initial charges of grievous bodily harm will be formally upgraded to murder. The suspect remains in judicial custody while investigators compile the necessary forensic and testimonial evidence.
A post-mortem examination is scheduled to take place at the Rajshahi Medical College morgue. This procedure is a mandatory requirement to provide the definitive medical evidence needed for the formal indictment and subsequent trial in the district court.
Community Impact and Broader Implications
The death of Sajeda Begum has prompted an outpouring of grief and concern within the Pashchimpara locality. Neighbours and family acquaintances have expressed shock at the extreme nature of the violence, particularly given the relatively small amount of money that triggered the fatal outburst.
The tragedy has reignited local debates regarding the prevalence of substance abuse and its direct correlation with domestic violence in the Natore region. Community leaders have pointed out that the desperation associated with addiction continues to place vulnerable family members at risk.
As of Monday morning, police investigators are continuing to record statements from eyewitnesses and family members to reconstruct the exact sequence of events. The formal case file is expected to be submitted to the magistrate’s court once the post-mortem findings and preliminary investigative reports are finalised. The administration has assured the public that the case will be handled with the utmost priority to ensure justice for the deceased.