A 35-year-old man named Suman died after being struck by lightning in Gabtali upazila of Bogura on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred in Muchikhali village under Sonarai Union when Suman went to bring his goats from a nearby field amid stormy weather. Shortly after he reached the field, a loud thunderbolt struck, leaving him severely burned and dead on the spot.

Police confirmed the incident, stating that a team visited the scene soon after receiving the report. Gabtali Police Station’s investigation officer Md. Abu Musa said the body was handed over to the family after a preliminary examination. The victim was identified as the son of Md. Abdul Karim of the same village.

The report highlights the tragic consequences of venturing outdoors during thunderstorms, which remain a recurring hazard in rural areas during the rainy season.