A series of violent clashes broke out between locals and students of Jessore University of Science and Technology (JUST) on Tuesday evening following an incident of harassment involving a female student. The conflict began around 7 p.m. near the Ambottola area on the Jessore-Chowgacha road after a shopkeeper allegedly harassed the student at a photocopy shop. Enraged students assaulted the shopkeeper, prompting other local shopkeepers to retaliate, leading to stone-throwing and street violence that lasted nearly an hour. At least five students were reported injured. Locals later burned tires and benches on the road, causing severe traffic congestion. Law enforcement, including police and army personnel, intervened to restore order. University authorities said an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident, while the situation has since stabilized.