Missing workers found dead in Munshiganj

MUNSHIGANJ, Oct 29: The bodies of two workers who went missing while bathing in the Padma River near the fourth pillar of the Padma Bridge in Louhajang Upazila of the district, were recovered on Tuesday and Wednesday, authorities said.

Fire Service divers recovered Mohammad Maruf, 40, on Tuesday, while Mawa River Police retrieved Mohammad Russell, 40, at around 9:40 am on Wednesday, about six kilometres east of the bridge. Both men worked for Sharif Landmark Ltd.

The two went missing on October 26, after entering the river with six colleagues. The other six managed to swim safely to shore.
Russell’s body was found floating near an old mosque in Boro Naopara of Louhajang, and recovered by river police. The operation to locate both men has now concluded.