On September 9, 2026, around 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM, a motorcycle collision with a sand-laden truck on the Kushtia-Jhenaidah highway in Swastipur, Alampur Union, Kushtia, resulted in the death of Nure Alam Jiku (45) and injuries to his brother-in-law, Akidul Islam. They were traveling from Magura to Kushtia to attend the funeral of Jiku's father. Akidul Islam is undergoing treatment at Kushtia General Hospital.
| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nure Alam Jiku | 45 · Male | Dead | — |
| Akidul Islam | · Male | Injured Serious Hospitalized at Kushtia General Hospital | Relation to others: Brother-in-law of victim |
Law enforcement agency maintaining public order and security
Highway police arrived at the scene, recovered the body of the deceased, sent it to the morgue of Kushtia 250-bed General Hospital, and are handling legal proceedings.