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Bangladesh: 25-year-old Hindu man dies in fire while sleeping; CCTV raises suspicion of foul play

A Hindu man, Chanchal Bhowmik (25), died after a fire broke out while he slept in a garage in Bangladesh’s Narsingdi. Investigators said CCTV footage showed suspicious movement near the site and the cause is being probed.

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A 25-year-old Hindu man, Chanchal Bhowmik, was burnt to death in Bangladesh’s Narsingdi after a fire broke out while he was asleep inside a garage, according to a report citing ANI.

Bangladesh: 25-year-old Hindu man dies in fire while sleeping; CCTV raises suspicion of foul play
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While the incident initially appeared accidental, police said CCTV footage collected from the area showed suspicious movement near the spot, prompting investigators to examine whether the blaze was caused by an external factor or an electrical fault.

Investigation status

  • Police said the fire originated inside the shop/garage where he was sleeping.
  • Fire personnel reportedly broke open the shutter to reach him, but he had already died.
  • As of the report, no arrests had been made.
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  1. E-01The Times of IndiaThe Times of India