At least ten police officers were injured when a group of people attacked Agailjhara Police Station in Barishal on Thursday afternoon. The violence erupted after rumors spread that a detainee had died in police custody. The injured officers were admitted to the local upazila health complex for treatment.

Police said that on Wednesday night, Riaz Fakir, aged 26, was detained near a filling station in Agailjhara while allegedly intoxicated. Authorities claimed he faced multiple drug and theft cases. After being taken to the station, Riaz fell ill and was transferred first to the Agailjhara Upazila Health Complex and later to Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital in Barishal for advanced care.

The officer-in-charge, Masud Khan, confirmed that Riaz Fakir is alive and receiving treatment. He said a group spread false news of Riaz’s death on social media, triggering the attack. Police have regained control of the situation and are preparing legal action against those involved.