In a shocking escalation of local disputes in Jajira Upazila, Shariatpur, BNP leader Khobir Sardar, 45, was stabbed to death on Tuesday night following a conflict over mosque loudspeaker announcements. The alleged main assailant, Almas Sardar, was later found dead in a sack buried near a deserted house in the same area on Thursday night.
Khobir Sardar, son of the late Yunus Sardar and joint convener of the Barakandi Union BNP, had reportedly clashed with Almas Sardar over the mosque’s use of loudspeakers for Fajr prayers and sermons. Locals said Almas had threatened the mosque imam, claiming the announcements disturbed his sleep. After a formal complaint by the mosque committee to the police, tensions reportedly escalated.
On the night of 26 August, Almas allegedly attacked Khobir Sardar outside his home with a knife. Despite being rushed to Jajira Upazila Health Complex, Khobir was declared dead by medical staff. Dinesh Sardar, president of the mosque committee, told reporters that Almas had become increasingly hostile after the complaint and took the opportunity to kill Khobir.
Following the murder, Khobir’s brother filed a case at Jajira Police Station against Almas and 20 others, citing an additional 20–25 unknown assailants.
Two days later, on 28 August, locals noticed a foul smell near a deserted house in Umordi Madbor Kandi area. Upon investigation, police discovered a sack containing the dead body of Almas Sardar, identified by his family. The police sent the body for autopsy and confirmed that further investigation is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding his death.
OC Mainul Islam of Jajira Police said, “The main accused in Khobir Sardar’s murder case, Almas Sardar, has been found dead. Necessary steps will be taken following the investigation.” The twin killings have sparked fear and unrest in the local community.
