A violent incident at Shariatpur Sadar Hospital has left a physician seriously injured and caused significant damage to the emergency department after the death of a heart patient triggered an angry response from relatives.
According to hospital authorities, a 50-year-old man, Lal Mia Kazi of North Bilashkhan in Shariatpur municipality, was admitted to the emergency unit on Friday night at around 10:00 pm after complaining of severe chest pain. Medical staff on duty provided initial treatment and stabilisation measures. However, his condition deteriorated, and he was pronounced dead at approximately 12:30 am.
Following the patient’s death, relatives alleged delays in the doctor’s response and treatment, which quickly escalated into violence. Witnesses and hospital sources reported that a group of agitated family members vandalised the emergency department before turning their aggression towards the attending physician, Dr Nasir Islam.
CCTV footage reportedly shows a large group of approximately 20 to 25 individuals assaulting Dr Islam inside the emergency unit and forcibly dragging him outside the room. The footage further indicates that he attempted to escape but was pursued and beaten outside the hospital building, leaving him critically injured.
Police arrived shortly after receiving information about the incident and rescued the injured doctor from the scene. He was initially treated at Shariatpur Sadar Hospital before being transferred to a private facility in the district town due to the severity of his injuries. Authorities have confirmed that preparations are underway to move him to Dhaka for advanced medical care.
One individual, identified as Al Amin, was detained at the hospital in connection with the attack, while efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend others involved.
Senior officials, including a Member of Parliament for Shariatpur-1, the Deputy Commissioner, and the Superintendent of Police, visited the hospital following the incident. Authorities have strongly condemned the attack and promised strict legal action.
Incident Timeline
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 10:00 pm | Patient admitted to emergency department with chest pain |
| Late night | Initial treatment provided by duty doctors |
| 12:30 am | Patient declared dead |
| Shortly after | Relatives accuse hospital staff of delay |
| Following minutes | Emergency department vandalised |
| Same night | Dr Nasir Islam assaulted and dragged outside |
| After incident | Police rescue injured doctor and detain one suspect |
| Next morning | Senior officials visit hospital |
Medical officials stated that the patient had been advised to be transferred to the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases in Dhaka for specialised treatment earlier, but the family did not proceed with the referral. His condition reportedly worsened thereafter, resulting in his death at the district hospital.
Hospital authorities have informed the Directorate General of Health Services and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. They have also confirmed that legal proceedings will be initiated over the attack, which has raised serious concerns about the safety of medical professionals in public healthcare facilities.