One killed, 4 hurt in attack

A man was killed and four others were injured in an attack by his neighbours at Atasur area in Keraniganj police station yesterday morning. The deceased was identified as Ajit Karaty, 55, a tree surgeon, son of Bholanath Karaty. The injured are Probha, 45, wife of Ajit Karaty, Sumon, 30, Madhu, 25, and Umme Kulsum alias Omani, 40. Sources said the incident occurred when brokers Salahuddin and Mostafa locked in an altercation with Ajit Karaty as he did not want to sign on the power deed leaving four injured. Seriously injured Ajit was rushed to Mitford Medical College and Hospital at about 11:00am where on-duty doctor declared him dead. The injured were admitted to local hospitals and clinics.