Sonai Auto Driver Found Hanging; Family Questions Circumstances of Death

A 26-year-old auto driver was found dead in Saidpur Part IV of Sonai on Saturday morning (March 7), triggering shock and concern among residents of the area. The body of the youth was recovered hanging from a tree near his house, hours after he had reportedly left home following an argument with his wife on Friday night. Family members say they are uncertain about the circumstances surrounding his death and have raised questions over whether it was a case of suicide or if someone else might have been involved.

The deceased has been identified as Anwar Hussain Laskar, son of Aji Uddin Laskar and a resident of Saidpur Part IV in Sonai. According to family members, the 26-year-old worked as an auto driver and is survived by his wife and a young daughter.

Family sources said that Anwar had left his house on Friday night after an argument with his wife. He did not return home during the night. On Saturday morning, his body was discovered hanging from a tree located near his house, following which the matter came to light and drew the attention of locals.

Speaking to reporters, Anwar’s elder sister Abjana Begum said that his wife had contacted her several times during the night after he went out. She said the family later found him hanging from a tree in the morning.

“We do not know whether he did it himself or if someone else was involved. He and his wife used to argue frequently, and they had another argument yesterday as well,” she said.

The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the village. Visuals from the scene showed Anwar’s mother grieving beside the tree where his body was found, as family members and neighbours gathered around in shock.

As news of the incident spread, many locals rushed to the scene, creating a tense and emotional atmosphere. Further details regarding the circumstances of the death are awaited.