The victim, Afchar Sheikh, was a farmer. According to family members, Khairul had been using yaba, an illegal stimulant, and frequently asked his father for money to support his drug habit. When Afchar refused to meet his demands, Khairul allegedly became violent and assaulted him.
The family said disagreements over money had repeatedly led to arguments and physical abuse. They alleged that Khairul would beat his father whenever he failed to obtain the money he wanted. The recurring disputes had reportedly created tension within the household.
The situation allegedly escalated on Thursday afternoon when Khairul attacked his father with a sharp weapon, inflicting injuries that proved fatal. The circumstances surrounding the attack, including what happened immediately before it, have yet to be established.
The incident has caused shock and concern among residents of the area. Allegations of violence within the family, reportedly linked to drug addiction and repeated demands for money, have drawn attention to the devastating consequences such disputes can have on family relationships.
Officer-in-Charge of Lohagara Police Station Md Shariful Islam said police had visited the scene after receiving information about the incident.
Police recovered Afchar Sheikh’s body and sent it for a post-mortem examination to establish the cause of death. Officers are also making efforts to arrest Khairul Islam in connection with the alleged killing, the officer said.
Preparations are under way to file a case over the incident. The investigation is expected to establish the sequence of events, the circumstances surrounding the attack and the accused’s alleged involvement.
As of the initial police statement, Khairul had not been reported as arrested. His alleged role in the killing remains subject to investigation, and further legal action will be taken in accordance with the findings.
The post-mortem report is expected to provide further information about the nature of the injuries and the cause of Afchar Sheikh’s death.
