Truck Owner Murdered in Bogura

In a shocking incident in Sondabari, Gabtali Upazila, Bogura, a local truck owner, Saiful Islam (40), was brutally murdered in front of his own residence. The assailants reportedly slit his throat and fled the scene with cash and a basic mobile phone that he was carrying.

The body was discovered on Sunday morning, 15 February, after local residents alerted authorities. Saiful Islam, the son of Jamal Uddin Jamu, was well-known in the community for his honest and courteous behaviour.

Speaking to the media, Hosain Mohammad Raihan, Additional Superintendent of Police (Crime), Bogura, confirmed the killing and stated that the motive remains unclear. “We are investigating whether the attack was linked to a personal dispute, business rivalry, or any other cause. At present, the exact circumstances surrounding the murder are not yet determined,” he said. The body has been sent to Shaheed Ziaur Rahman Medical College Hospital for post-mortem examination.

Authorities have advised the bereaved family to lodge a formal complaint, and police operations to identify and apprehend the perpetrators are ongoing.

Local sources report that Saiful Islam owned seven trucks and had a reputation as a responsible businessman. He typically returned home late at night after completing his work. On the night of the attack, he left for home as usual, but when he did not return by dawn, his family became concerned. Multiple attempts to reach him by phone were unsuccessful.

At approximately 8:00 am on Sunday, his bloodied body was discovered in a grassy area to the north of his residence. Gabtali Model Police Station officers, including Officer-in-Charge (OC) Anichur Rahman, Detective Inspector Abu Musa Sarkar, and Sub-Inspector Mahbubur Rahman, reached the scene to document the incident and prepare the official report.

Saiful Islam’s daughter, Sadia Akter, told reporters, “My father usually returned home late, but that night we could not reach him despite calling multiple times. We feared something had happened.”

OC Anichur Rahman further confirmed that, as of now, no cases have been filed and no arrests have been made. Police continue to investigate the crime thoroughly to bring the assailants to justice.

The following table summarises the key details of the incident:

The community remains in shock following this violent act, highlighting concerns about security and law enforcement vigilance in the region. Authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward to assist with the investigation.