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Banana Dispute Turns Deadly in Bangladesh Hotel
18 Jan
Summary
- Liton Chandra Ghosh, a Hindu businessman, was fatally assaulted.
- The attack stemmed from a disagreement over missing bananas.
- Three family members are currently detained by police.
A Hindu businessman was fatally assaulted in Bangladesh's Gazipur district after a dispute escalated over missing bananas. Liton Chandra Ghosh, 55, the owner of 'Baishakhi Sweetmeat and Hotel,' died at his establishment following the altercation. The incident reportedly began when a neighbor's son accused a hotel employee of taking bananas from his plantation.
Three individuals, identified as Swapan Mia, his wife Majeda Khatun, and their son Masum Mia, have been detained by the Kaliganj Police Station. Authorities stated that the accused physically assaulted Ghosh, leading to his death at the scene. The family of the victim claims the argument began with a hotel employee and later involved the suspects' parents.
Police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding Liton Chandra Ghosh's death. While the immediate cause appears to be a localized dispute, the broader context of violence against the Hindu minority in Bangladesh has raised concerns. However, it has not yet been confirmed whether this particular incident is linked to wider communal tensions.
