Noakhali Correspondent: Dhaka, Aug-14,

A BNP-leader was shot dead in Noakhali Sadar Upazila Friday morning.

The deceased was identified as Harunur Rashid Molla, general secretary of Andar Char Union BNP.

Two others were wounded during this time.

The incident took place in the Taltola area of the local Andar Char Union around 8am on Friday.

Aminul Haque, brother of the deceased, said a few days ago Harun's son Sazib locked horns with some local goons. They were allegedly ruling party activists.

As a fallout of this event, 15-20 armed youths patrolled the entire area on Friday looking for Sazib.

At one stage, they found Harun, who was also wandering around in search of his son to shield him from any trouble.

Harun was first shot and later wounded further with sharp weapons.

Two of Harun’s associates were also wounded badly during this time including Ramiz Uddin, 25, one of his nephews.

The locals rushed the injured to the 250-bed Noakhali General Hospital where the on duty doctor declared Harun dead.

Noakhali Sadar Circle Superintendent of Police Akramul Haque told the media that two people involved in the murder have been arrested.

The operation to arrest others will continue. "However, the identities and motives of the murderers will be confirmed after further investigation,” he added.

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