Satkhira fisherman allegedly beaten to death over fish theft accusations

A fisherman named Khitish Chandra Mondal, 55, was allegedly beaten to death in the Tala Upazila of Satkhira on Friday morning following accusations of stealing fish.

The incident occurred around 3:00 AM at a fish farm owned by Bishwanath Ghosh in the Jeyala Uttarkhola wetland. It is alleged that a group of 15 to 20 individuals, including farm employees and others, launched a coordinated attack on Mondal using iron rods, hammers, and sharp weapons. Witnesses reported that the victim sustained severe injuries, including broken limbs and deep wounds to the head.

Mondal was rescued by his wife and neighbors and subsequently admitted to the Tala Upazila Health Complex at 8:00 AM. He passed away while undergoing treatment at approximately 12:00 PM. Local police have inspected the scene and sent the body to the morgue for an autopsy. Authorities stated that legal action will be taken once a formal written complaint is filed.