Gopalganj, Feb 7 (V7N) — Md. Sipon Bhuiyan, an independent candidate for the Gopalganj-2 constituency, was injured on Friday evening after alleged assailants fired at him while he was on his way home following election campaigning. The incident occurred around 8:00 pm in the Natun Char Bhuiyapara area of Chandradighalia, Gopalganj Sadar.

According to Bhuiyan, he was heading home to collect money for hiring a vehicle when the attackers allegedly opened fire. In an attempt to escape, he fell and sustained injuries. He could not identify the perpetrators.

Police visited the scene following reports of the incident. Inspector Mohammad Momenul Islam of Gopinathpur Investigation Center said the matter is under investigation, and preparations are being made to file a formal complaint.

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