A family in Barishal alleged that medical negligence at Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital led to the death of a newborn, followed by assault and detention of two relatives for seven hours. The incident began around 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday and continued until 1:00 a.m., when the grieving mother reportedly begged for release. Relatives said the baby’s uncle and another man were beaten and confined after accusing doctors of negligence.

Witnesses described that the confrontation started when the family questioned the care provided to the infant, who had been admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit. Hospital students denied the assault, claiming instead that the relatives had harassed female students and nurses. Police and hospital authorities later intervened to defuse tensions, with officials confirming that both sides were spoken to and the situation was resolved.

Authorities stated that further legal action would depend on receiving a formal written complaint, while the hospital director emphasized the need for patience and gradual problem-solving within the institution.