Two individuals were beaten by an angry mob in Pirganj, Rangpur, on Tuesday afternoon while allegedly attempting to search a house posing as Detective Branch (DB) police. The mob also set fire to their motorcycle. Another suspect managed to escape. Upon learning about the incident, the Upazila Nirbahi Officer, the local police chief, and army personnel arrived at the scene to rescue the two individuals. The detainees have been identified as Mazharul Islam Hira Pradhan (40) and Shakil Mia (32). A case has been filed at the local police station on Tuesday night.