Wave of Unnatural Deaths Sparks Fear in Motlob

Khaborwala Online Desk

Published: 10 Mar 2026, 12:13 pm

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In the Motlob North and Motlob South upazilas of Chandpur, at least seven individuals, including women and children, have died under unnatural circumstances within the past 20 days. The incidents, ranging from suspected homicides and suicides to accidental electrocutions and mysterious deaths, have stirred widespread fear and concern among local residents.

Summary of Incidents

Local authorities and community sources report the following cases:

Date	Location	Victim(s)	Cause/Context
17 Feb	Noluya, Motlob South	Rina Begum & Enamul Haq Rasel Khan	Electrocution while connecting water pump
28 Feb	Hapania, Baganbari Union, Motlob North	Parul Begum (elderly woman)	Murder over extramarital dispute (strangulation)
2 Mar	Rangukhar Kandi, Shakila, Satnal Union, Motlob North	Shakila	Suicide over extramarital dispute
4 Mar	Baluchar Ward 1, Motlob North	IFIC Bank security guard	Suicide due to family conflict
8 Mar	Harina, Motlob North	Zakir Hossain (father)	Alleged mob attack after daughter protested eve-teasing
Early Mar	Baispur, Motlob South	Alok Kumar Mahanta	Discovered dead (circumstances under investigation)
Various	Motlob region	–	Other mysterious deaths contributing to rising local anxiety

Community Reaction

The rapid succession of deaths has left residents unsettled. Locals suggest that such frequent fatalities in a short period are unusual and raise questions about public safety, social tension, and mental health issues.

Benjir Ahmed Munshi, headteacher of Chengar Char Government Model High School in Motlob North, stressed the need for family counselling and mental health support:

“Preventing social unrest and addressing depression requires urgent family-level counselling. We must also pay special attention to the mental health of our young population.”

Police Response

Efforts to contact Assistant Superintendent of Police, Motlob Circle, Jabir Husnain Sanib were unsuccessful, as calls went unanswered.

However, Chandpur Additional Superintendent of Police, Md. Lutfur Rahman, confirmed that police are actively monitoring the situation:

“We are aware that several deaths have occurred in Motlob over a short period. Each case is being investigated separately and with full seriousness. The matter is under close observation, and if any criminal evidence is found, strict legal action will be taken against those responsible.”

Broader Concerns

The spate of deaths highlights several pressing issues: domestic disputes, mental health challenges, and the risks of electrical and occupational hazards. Community leaders have urged authorities to implement awareness campaigns on mental well-being, conflict resolution, and electrical safety, alongside robust police oversight to reassure citizens.

Residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity or hazardous situations promptly, while local officials are expected to increase patrolling and monitoring to prevent further tragedies.