College student dies after falling into a canal while fleeing police in Netrokona

A 19-year-old college student named Sabbir Mia (also known as Sabbir Sheikh) died after falling into the Harikhali canal in Netrokona Sadar while attempting to flee from a DB police operation on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The victim, who reportedly could not swim, was transported to the hospital by police where he was declared dead. His family has demanded an impartial investigation into the circumstances of the incident.