A bus helper was killed in a gunfight between two groups over establishing supremacy in the Baghaichhari upazila of Rangamati.
The deceased was identified as Md Nayeem, helper of Shanti Paribahan
The incident took place in the Baghaihat market area of the upazila on Tuesday afternoon.
According to locals, the firing between the Jana Sanhati Samiti (JSS—MN Larma) and the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) began on Tuesday morning. Shanti Paribahan supervisor Nayeem was shot dead while returning from bathing in a pond as the two sides exchanged fire.
Following the incident, United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) Rangamati unit Organizer Sachal Chakma condemned the killing of Nayeem and the injury of several others, demanding immediate arrest and punishment of the perpetrators.
However, no statements have been received from the Chittagong Hill Tracts Jana Samhati Samiti (MN Larma) and UPDF (Democratic) regarding the incident.
Rangamati Additional Superintendent of Police Maruf Ahmed confirmed the death, adding that law enforcement has cordoned off the area and is actively ensuring the safety of tourists in Sajek
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