A tragic incident took place in Cumilla’s Homna upazila where a housewife was killed after being attacked by her own sacrificial cow at a cattle market ahead of Eid-ul-Azha.
The deceased was identified as Amena Begum, 55, wife of Abul Hashem from Omrabad village under Bhasania union of the upazila.
The incident occurred on Monday afternoon (May 25) at the Gharmora market area in Homna.
According to local sources, Amena Begum went to the cattle market along with family members to sell a cow they had raised for Eid-ul-Azha. While trying to keep the animal at the market, the cow suddenly became aggressive and charged at her. The animal struck her forcefully with its horns, leaving her critically injured.
Locals and family members rushed her to Homna upzilla Health Complex, where doctors declared her dead upon arrival.
Witnesses said the cow became uncontrollable all of a sudden, leaving no time for anyone to react or prevent the incident.
The shocking death has cast a shadow of grief over the area. Family members and locals were seen mourning the heartbreaking loss.
Officer-in-Charge of Homna Police Station, Thomas Barua, confirmed the incident and said it was an accidental death. Since the family raised no complaint, the body was handed over to relatives.
