NARAYANGANJ, Sept 22, 2024 (BSS) - A court here today sentenced a man to death for killing a mother and her pregnant daughter in 2022.

Additional District and Session Judge Ummey Sharaban Tahura pronounced the verdict in presence of convict - Al Jobayer Swapnil, son of Alauddin of Paikpara - in a crowded courtroom.

According to the prosecution, the convict killed Ruma Chakrabarti, 46, and her daughter Ritu Chakrabarti on March 1 in 2022 in Dal Patti area of Nitaiganj of the district.

Police arrested Swapnil in connection with a case filed over the killing of the duo.

He also gave a confessional statement before the court.

After investigation, police submitted a charge sheet against the accused.