In Madaripur, police recovered the body of a young man from a pond one day after he went missing. The incident occurred on Tuesday, 24 March 2026, at around 9:00 a.m., when the body of 22-year-old Rajin Yasar Sami was found in the pond adjacent to the District Food Office.
Rajin Yasar Sami was the son of Enayet Hossain and resided in the Pathakkandi area of the town. Family members reported that Sami had left his home on Monday afternoon, and despite searching, they were unable to locate him. Concerned relatives subsequently filed a missing person report at Madaripur Sadar Model Police Station.
Early on Tuesday morning, local residents spotted Sami’s body floating in the pond and immediately alerted the authorities. Police, in coordination with the fire service, retrieved the body and sent it to the Madaripur 250-Bed District Hospital morgue for post-mortem examination.
Speaking to the press, Officer-in-Charge of Madaripur Sadar Model Police Station, Abul Kalam Azad, stated, “The deceased, Rajin Yasar Sami, was intellectually disabled. Preliminary investigations suggest that he accidentally fell into the pond while standing nearby and was unable to get out.” He added that the post-mortem report would provide more definitive information regarding the exact cause of death.
According to locals, Sami was known to be gentle and friendly. On the day of the incident, he was reportedly near the pond, which is commonly frequented by residents. His sudden death has left the local community and his family in shock.
For clarity, the key details of the incident are summarised below:
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name of deceased | Rajin Yasar Sami |
| Age | 22 years |
| Residential area | Pathakkandi, Madaripur town |
| Date of disappearance | 23 March 2026, Monday afternoon |
| Body recovery | 24 March 2026, 9:00 a.m., District Food Office pond |
| Reporting authority | Madaripur Sadar Model Police Station |
| Post-mortem location | Madaripur 250-Bed District Hospital morgue |
| Preliminary cause | Accidental drowning (intellectually disabled) |
Authorities have urged residents to exercise caution near water bodies and have reassured the public that the incident appears to be accidental. The post-mortem results are expected to provide definitive insights into the circumstances surrounding Sami’s untimely death.
The tragic event has sparked conversations in Madaripur regarding the safety of ponds and other open water sources, especially for vulnerable individuals. Family members and neighbours continue to mourn the loss of a young life cut short under unfortunate circumstances.