A shocking incident in Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar, has left the local community in deep distress after the mysterious death of a young expatriate’s wife. The tragedy occurred sometime between 10:00 pm on Monday, 2 March, and 3:00 am on Tuesday, 3 March, according to estimates from the victim’s family. The scene was located in the eastern Morichya Madhughona area of Kalar Pahar in Ward 1 of the Haldiapalong Union.
The deceased, Lala Bibi, 28, was married to Abdul Shukur, a resident of the same area who works abroad in Malaysia. Sources close to the family reported that after completing her usual evening routine and having dinner, she went to bed with her two children — seven-year-old Abu Bakr Siddiq and four-year-old Noor Fatema.
Discovery of the Body
At approximately 4:35 am on Tuesday, Abu Bakr Siddiq woke to find his mother lying on the floor inside the house, bleeding and barely conscious. The child stated that blood was coming from her forehead, nose, and mouth. Acting swiftly, he alerted a neighbour, Momtaz Begum, who along with other locals rushed to the house to assist the family.
The incident was reported to the police via the local Union Parishad member. Officers from Ukhiya Police Station arrived promptly, conducted an initial inspection, and prepared a formal inquest report. Subsequently, the body was sent to the Cox’s Bazar Sadar Hospital morgue for a detailed post-mortem examination.
Police Statement
Nur Ahmad, Officer-in-Charge of Ukhiya Police Station, said:
“This is an extremely sensitive case. The body has been recovered and sent for post-mortem. The precise cause of death is not yet known. Once the report is available, the actual cause will be determined. We are investigating the matter thoroughly, and legal action will be taken against anyone found involved.”
Preliminary Case Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name of Deceased | Lala Bibi |
| Age | 28 |
| Occupation | Homemaker |
| Husband | Abdul Shukur (working in Malaysia) |
| Children | 2 (Abu Bakr Siddiq, Noor Fatema) |
| Approximate Time of Death | Between 10:00 pm, 2 March – 3:00 am, 3 March |
| Location | East Morichya Madhughona, Kalar Pahar, Haldiapalong, Ukhiya |
| Police Action | Body recovered, inquest conducted, sent for post-mortem |
Residents of the area have expressed concern that Lala Bibi’s death may not be natural and have called for a thorough and prompt investigation. Local authorities have initiated steps to verify all aspects of the case. Neighbours who knew the family described Lala Bibi as a gentle and peace-loving woman, adding that her untimely and mysterious death has deeply shocked the community.
Authorities have stated that subsequent legal measures will be guided by the findings of the post-mortem report, and the true circumstances surrounding the death are expected to emerge in the coming days.