Five bodies have been recovered following a violent spear clash between two rival groups in Nilaksha Union of Raipura upazila, Narsingdi. The conflict erupted early Tuesday between groups led by Nazim Uddin alias Mister and Alal Munshi alias Joba Member over local dominance. The fighting, involving spears, homemade weapons, and firearms, continued for several hours, leaving multiple houses vandalized and set on fire.

The deceased were identified as Anik Mia, Kawsar Ahmed, Latif Molla, Mostafa Mia, and Bulbul. Bodies were recovered from different locations along the Meghna River over several days, while Mostafa Mia died at Dhaka Medical College Hospital after five days in intensive care. Police confirmed that Bulbul’s body was the latest to be found floating in the river near Araihazar, Narayanganj.

Two murder cases have been filed at Raipura Police Station in connection with the killings, naming several suspects and many unidentified individuals. However, no arrests have been made so far, according to police.