Bangladesh: Two separate domestic violence incidents reported

Two separate violent incidents involving family members have been reported in Bangladesh.

In Bhola's Daulatkhan, a man identified as Md. Hasnain Ahmed, also known as Musa, has been detained by police following allegations of an acid attack on his wife, Akhi Akter. The victim, who was hospitalized at Bhola 250-Bed General Hospital with burns to her chest and upper abdomen, alleged the attack was motivated by dowry demands. Her family stated that disputes regarding gold jewelry and business funds had persisted since their marriage five months ago.

In Rajshahi's Mohanpur, a woman named Jannatun was killed by her son, Aminul Islam, during a dispute. Local authorities reported that the 32-year-old suspect is a drug addict who frequently engaged in conflicts with his family. During the altercation, the suspect attacked his mother with a sharp tool, and subsequently injured his father, Mujib Sardar, while attempting to intervene. The father is currently receiving treatment at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital, and the suspect has been taken into police custody.