JSS activist gunned down in Rangamati

An activist of Jana Sanghati Samity (JSS) was shot dead allegedly by armed miscreants at Rangamati district on Wednesday.

The deceased was identified Sukhen Chakma, son of Mangal Chakma of the village.

Nurul Alam, officer-in-charge of Sajek Police Station, said a group of miscreants opened fire on Sukhen when he along with his cousin Sajeeb was on a motorbike around 9 am, leaving Sukhen dead on the spot and Sajeeb injured.

Abdul Awal, senior assistant superintendent of Baghaichhari Police (Sajek circle), said security has been beeped up in the area following the incident.