A local BNP leader was shot dead inside a shop in Khulna by unidentified assailants, police confirmed on Friday. Two men wearing helmets arrived on a motorcycle and carried out the attack, according to authorities.
Incident Details
The incident took place late Thursday night in a shop located within the Khulna metropolitan area. Police said the motorcycle stopped near the shop, after which one of the men entered the premises and fired a single shot at the victim's head. The assailants fled immediately after the shooting.The identity of the deceased has not been officially released yet. Police have cordoned off the area and launched an investigation into the killing.
Police Statement
Confirming the incident, a police official said, "Two helmet-clad men arrive on a motorcycle; one shoots him in the head." The official added that preliminary findings suggest the attack was premeditated.Investigation and Next Steps
Khulna district police recovered the body and sent it to a morgue for autopsy. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage from nearby establishments to identify the attackers. Both local police and detective branches have launched parallel investigations.Tension has been reported in the area following the killing. Additional police personnel have been deployed to maintain order.
