An elderly worshipper was killed inside a mosque during the early morning prayer in Sreemangal upazila of Moulvibazar district, Bangladesh, on Sunday (3 May). The deceased has been identified as Hafiz Uddin, aged 78, a resident of West Loiarkul village under Bhunbir Union.
According to police and local accounts, the incident took place at West Loiarkul Jame Mosque during the Fajr (dawn) prayer. As there was no permanent imam assigned to the mosque, Hafiz Uddin was leading the congregation at the time of the incident.
Witnesses stated that while the prayer was in progress and the worshippers were in the act of performing the prayer, Hafiz Uddin was in the prostration position when the attack occurred. At that moment, a man identified as Jasim Mia, aged 30, entered the mosque and launched an unprovoked assault on him inside the prayer hall.
The sudden attack caused serious injuries to Hafiz Uddin. Members of the congregation and local residents immediately intervened and attempted to provide assistance. He was quickly taken from the mosque and arrangements were made to transport him to a hospital for urgent medical care.
However, despite these efforts, Hafiz Uddin succumbed to his injuries while being taken for treatment and was declared dead before reaching the medical facility.
Following the incident, officers from Sreemangal Police Station arrived at the scene shortly after being informed. Police detained the suspect, Jasim Mia, from the same locality. Authorities have confirmed that both the victim and the accused are residents of the West Loiarkul area.
Law enforcement officials have stated that the motive behind the killing has not yet been determined. The investigation is ongoing, and police are currently examining all available information related to the circumstances of the incident. Further details are expected to be disclosed once the inquiry progresses.
No additional suspects have been reported in connection with the case so far, and authorities have not released further information regarding any prior dispute between the individuals involved.
Key Information Summary
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Victim | Hafiz Uddin (78) |
| Residence | West Loiarkul village, Bhunbir Union, Sreemangal |
| Location of Incident | West Loiarkul Jame Mosque, Sreemangal, Moulvibazar |
| Time | Early morning during Fajr prayer, Sunday (3 May) |
| Victim Role | Leading prayer in absence of permanent imam |
| Suspect | Jasim Mia (30) |
| Incident Type | Fatal attack inside mosque during prayer |
| Police Action | Suspect detained shortly after incident |
| Victim Outcome | Died before reaching hospital |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing; motive not yet established |
Authorities have reiterated that the case remains under active investigation and that no conclusion has been reached regarding the reason for the attack.