21 Aug 2018 | 05:02 PM UTC
Bangladesh: Gunmen kill six people in Chittagong August 18
Unidentified gunmen kill six UPDF members in Chittagong on August 18; no group immediately claims responsibility for attack
Event
At approximately 08:30 (local time) on Saturday, August 18, unidentified gunmen attacked an office of the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) party in the town of Shonirbhar (Khagrachari district of Chittagong). According to reports, at least six UPDF members were killed in the shooting. As of Tuesday, August 21, no group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Advice
Individuals in Chittagong are advised to monitor the situation, remain vigilant, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
