Magura, Jan. 8 -- A man suspected of being involved in cattle theft was beaten to death by locals in Ichakhada area of Magura on Wednesday morning, police said.

The deceased was identified as Md. Akidul Hossain, 35, son of Shohor Ali, of Pakakanchanpur Purbapara. He was pronounced dead upon arrival at Magura 250-bed Hospital around 8:00 am.

According to local sources, tension has risen in the area due to a recent surge in cow thefts. Around 4:30 am, locals reportedly chased two to three people attempting to steal cows from the Tengyakhali area.

One of the suspects was allegedly caught in Ichakhada Paschimpara, and it is claimed that locals beat him before police arrived.

Police said Akidul was rescued from the spot in an injured condi...