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1 entities

Man sets home on fire after being denied drug money in Puthia, Rajshahi

A man named Mohammad Anis set his own house on fire in Puthia, Rajshahi, after his wife refused to give him money for drugs. The fire spread rapidly, destroying five households in total with estimated damages exceeding 10 lakh BDT. Local authorities and fire services intervened, and the administration has provided initial aid to the affected families.

Tuesday, 5 May 2026 at 04:30 amPuthia, Rajshahi

Involved entities

1 Record
5 households
Structure
Residential Building

Causative Person

1 Record
NameAgeRoleLegal status
Mohammad Anis—PerpetratorUnder investigation
Mohammad Anis
PerpetratorUnder investigation

Agencies deployed

Fire Service and Civil Defence

First responder for fire, rescue, and medical emergencies

Fire service arrived at the scene to control the flames.

Bangladesh Police

Law enforcement agency maintaining public order and security

Police controlled the situation and are investigating.

Local Administration

District or Upazila level government authorities

Local MP and administration officials visited the site and provided initial support.

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