Man killed over trivial matter in Sylhet

A man was killed over a trivial matter in Kanaighat upazila of Sylhet, UNB reports.

The deceased was identified as Alkas Uddin, 55.

According to witnesses, Hasan, son of the deceased went fishing when he picked a fight with two men, Nayeem Uddin and Rezaul Haque.

Nayeem and Rezaul attacked Aklas with handmade weapons and sharp objects when he stepped in, leaving him dead on the spot.

The locals also added that the attackers are influential people of the area.

Officer-in charge (OC investigation) Zahidul Haque confirmed about the incident.

“A case is filed over the incident and we will arrest the attackers as soon as possible,” he added.