A 45-year-old woman has died from injuries sustained during a violent dispute initiated by a goat grazing in a neighbour’s yard in Ashulia, Dhaka. The victim, identified as Rupban Begum, passed away on Saturday morning, 6 June, whilst receiving emergency medical treatment at the National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation (Pangu Hospital) in the capital city.
The Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Ashulia Police Station, Mohammad Tarikul Islam, verified the casualty on Saturday afternoon, noting that the incident has led to the filing of a formal criminal case.
Chronology of the Incident
According to local accounts and police reports, the fatal confrontation unfolded through a direct sequence of events:
Initial Trespass: On the morning of Thursday, 4 June, a goat owned by Rupban Begum entered the homestead of Ali Sarkar (55) in the Tajpur area of Ashulia to feed on grass.
Slaughter of Livestock: Angered by the animal trespassing onto his property, Ali Sarkar allegedly attacked the goat with a sharp weapon, killing it on the spot.
Verbal Altercation: Discovering that her goat had been slaughtered, Rupban Begum confronted Ali Sarkar at his residence to seek an explanation. This interaction escalated rapidly into a heated argument.
Physical Assault: At the height of the altercation, Ali Sarkar reportedly drew a sharp machete (da) and struck Rupban Begum severely across the leg. The suspect immediately fled the locality.
Medical Intervention and Demise: Local residents intervened to rescue the wounded woman, transferring her to the specialized Pangu Hospital in Dhaka. Despite medical efforts, she succumbed to her injuries two days later, on Saturday morning.
Key Information Summary
| Component | Verified Fact |
| The Deceased | Rupban Begum (45), wife of Joynal Sarkar |
| The Accused | Ali Sarkar (55), son of the late Sultan Sarkar |
| Crime Scene | Tajpur locality, Ashulia, Dhaka |
| Weapon Employed | A sharp machete (da) |
| Primary Offence | Fatal physical assault following animal slaughter |
| Legal Status | Case registered; suspect remains at large |
Law Enforcement Response
Sub-Inspector (SI) Abu Talib of the Jamgara Police Outpost confirmed via telephone that the authorities are treating the matter with utmost gravity. Following the victim’s death, police operations have been intensified to locate the perpetrator.
“A formal case has been registered over the killing. The accused individual has been in hiding since the immediate aftermath of the assault. Law enforcement personnel are currently deploying all available resources to ensure his arrest.”
— Sub-Inspector Abu Talib, Jamgara Police Outpost