A woman named Asiya Begum was injured by a stray bullet in Khulna on Sunday night when unidentified gunmen opened fire near the Gallamari Bridge. The incident occurred around 8 p.m. as several assailants on motorcycles reportedly targeted a man named Rasel. When Rasel fled into a nearby alley, one of the bullets struck Asiya Begum’s finger. Locals rescued her and took her to Khulna Medical College Hospital for treatment.

According to Sonadanga Police Station Officer-in-Charge Md Rafiqul Islam, Rasel is accused of involvement in various criminal activities, and the attackers are believed to have aimed at him. Police did not find any bullet evidence at the scene and have begun an investigation into the incident.

Authorities stated that further details will be disclosed after the investigation is completed.