On October 9, 2026, a fatal head-on collision involving an ambulance, a microbus, and an autorickshaw occurred on the Dhaka-Sylhet Highway in the Chanpur/Sherpur area of Osmaninagar, Sylhet. The incident resulted in two fatalities and at least eight injuries. The victims were visitors from Chandpur, and the injured were treated at Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital.
| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Md. Khairuzzaman Pipul | 45 · Male | Dead | — |
| Md. Sohel Bakaul | 47 · Male | Dead | — |
| Abu Taher Bhat | Injured | — | |
| Alon Pradhani | Injured | — | |
| Safik Molla | Injured | — | |
| Shahadat Hossain Mithu | Injured | — | |
| Sharif Hossain | Injured | — | |
| Sujan Khan | Injured | — |
Law enforcement agency maintaining public order and security
Sherpur Highway Police responded to the scene, rescued the injured, transported them to the hospital, and seized the vehicles.
First responder for fire, rescue, and medical emergencies
Fire service personnel assisted in rescue operations.