Jubo Dal Leader Shot Dead Inside Bus Counter in Magura

In Magura, miscreants shot dead Mohammad Shaker Hossain (38), joint convener of the municipal Jubo Dal, entering inside a bus counter. The incident took place at dawn on Wednesday (October 21) at the Royal Express counter of Magura central bus terminal.

The deceased, Shaker Hossain, was the son of Mohammad Kutubuddin of Parnanduali village in Magura town. He had been working as the counter master of Royal Express.

According to eyewitnesses, two men arrived at the bus terminal on a motorcycle at around 5 in the morning on Wednesday. One of them waited outside with the motorcycle.

The other entered the counter and fired at Shaker Hossain. The two then quickly left the scene.

At the sound of the gunshot, Shaker collapsed inside the counter. People present initially thought he had suffered a stroke. He was later rescued and taken to Magura's 250-bed Sadar Hospital.

Dr. Mainul Hasan, a medical officer of the hospital's emergency department, said that although a stroke was first suspected, an examination revealed a bullet wound at the back of Shaker Hossain's head. He added that the exact cause of death would be confirmed after the post-mortem examination.

Upon receiving the news, Magura's Superintendent of Police, Molla Azad Hossain, visited the scene. He said police arrived at the scene and began an investigation.

He also said that an expert team is working to uncover the mystery behind the killing. Details will be known once the investigation is complete.

The sensational news of the dawn killing spread quickly in the area. The deceased's relatives have alleged that he was shot dead.

Police have not yet said anything about the motive or who might be behind the killing. Officials said further action would depend on the progress of the investigation.

The incident has caused sensation and panic among locals. The killing, carried out inside a busy bus terminal at dawn, has raised questions about security.

Police said all efforts are being made to identify and arrest the killers.