Two children tragically lost their lives in two separate road accidents today in the Companiganj upazila of Noakhali district.
The victims have been identified as Md. Yasin, aged 7, the son of Md. Wasim from Abdur Rashid Majhi’s house in Ward No. 5 of Char Fakira union, and Tamim, aged 8, the son of Sahab Uddin from Zaker’s house in Ward No. 3 of the same union.
Details of the Incidents
Accident 1: Tamim’s Tragic Death
This morning, Tamim was struck by a battery-run auto-rickshaw while attempting to cross the road in front of his house. He was immediately rushed to Companiganj Upazila Health Complex, but sadly succumbed to his injuries en route.
Accident 2: Yasin’s Fatal Collision
In a separate incident, Yasin was hit by an auto-rickshaw near his home while on his way to attend madrasa. He sustained critical injuries and was taken to the same health complex, where doctors declared him dead upon arrival.
Summary of the Incidents
| Child Name | Age | Parent’s Name | Location | Incident Description | Outcome |
| Md. Yasin | 7 | Md. Wasim | Abdur Rashid Majhi’s House, Ward No. 5 | Hit by an auto-rickshaw while on his way to madrasa | Deceased on arrival at health complex |
| Tamim | 8 | Sahab Uddin | Zaker’s House, Ward No. 3 | Struck by a battery-run auto-rickshaw while crossing the road | Succumbed to injuries on the way to health complex |
Authorities Confirm the Incidents
Gazi Muhammad Foujul Azim, Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Companiganj Police Station, confirmed the tragic events. Both incidents highlight the ongoing concerns regarding road safety in the region, especially involving vulnerable pedestrians such as children.
