A line worker of Rangpur Palli Bidyut Samiti-1 was assaulted while collecting overdue electricity bills in Kandi Bazar, Pirgacha, Rangpur. The incident occurred on Monday morning when locals became agitated after power connections were disconnected without prior notice. The situation escalated following alleged provocation by a local shopkeeper named Lavlu, leading to a physical attack on lineman Rakibul Islam, who was later hospitalized with serious injuries.

Despite a written complaint naming seven individuals being submitted the same night, police had not registered a case three days later. Officials from the electricity office alleged that the Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Debashish Basak called both parties for a mediation meeting instead. The UNO confirmed hearing both sides and said a final decision would be made the following Tuesday, adding that a case would proceed if no settlement was reached.

Local residents claimed that the main accused, Lavlu, has a history of involvement in criminal activities. Observers warned that delaying legal action and pursuing compromise in such cases could embolden offenders.