A 30-year-old man, identified as Md. Jasim Uddin, has died while undergoing treatment at Feni General Hospital following an alleged assault in Feni town. The incident, which occurred late on Saturday night, has prompted a police investigation and caused concern among local residents.
According to police and hospital sources, Jasim Uddin was found seriously injured near the area surrounding the Boro Mosque in Feni town at approximately 11:00 pm on Saturday. He was reportedly discovered lying on the ground with visible injuries before being transported to hospital by unidentified individuals. His condition was already critical upon admission.
Jasim Uddin, originally from Ronkeli village in Golapganj upazila of Sylhet district, was the son of the late Tamsir Ali. Police have stated that he had been suffering from mental health-related issues, and his identity and background have been confirmed through initial verification by the Police Bureau of Investigation.
Medical staff at Feni General Hospital reported that the patient showed multiple signs of physical trauma when brought in. Despite emergency treatment, his condition continued to deteriorate throughout the night. He died at approximately 3:45 am on Sunday.
Hospital authorities noted that the individuals who brought him in could not be immediately identified. Following his death, the body was placed in the hospital morgue for post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death and the nature of the injuries sustained.
The Officer-in-Charge of Feni Model Police Station stated that preliminary findings suggest Jasim Uddin was involved in a verbal altercation followed by a physical confrontation with several individuals near the Boro Mosque area on Saturday night. However, police have clarified that it is not yet confirmed whether the incident constitutes a mob attack. Investigators are currently examining all possible angles.
Law enforcement agencies are collecting CCTV footage from surrounding areas and interviewing potential witnesses in an effort to identify those involved and establish the sequence of events leading to the assault.
Timeline of Events
| Time / Period | Incident |
|---|---|
| Saturday ~11:00 pm | Victim found injured near Boro Mosque area in Feni town |
| Shortly after | Unidentified persons transport him to Feni General Hospital |
| Overnight | Condition deteriorates despite emergency medical care |
| Sunday ~3:45 am | Death confirmed at Feni General Hospital |
| Sunday morning | Body placed in morgue for autopsy and formal identification procedures |
Police have confirmed that a regular case is in the process of being filed, and operations are ongoing to identify and apprehend those responsible for the incident. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.