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Child dies after falling into open septic tank in Fatikchhari

Thursday, 12 November 2026, 11:40

Child dies after falling into open septic tank in Fatikchhari

A 5-year-old child named Saim died after falling into an uncovered septic tank while playing in Fatikchhari, Chattogram. The incident took place on Wednesday afternoon in the 4th ward of Sundarpur union of the upazila.

According to locals, the child fell into the open septic tank of a building while playing with other children. Later, relatives and locals rescued him, but he passed away on the way to the hospital.

Relatives alleged that the septic tank lid was kept open for a long time. Fatikchhari Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Rabiul Alam Khan stated that police were sent to the scene and legal action will be taken.

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