BANGLADESH. MAN SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR KILLING WIFE

Monor Miah, 32, was condemned to death by a Divisional Speedy Trial Tribunal in Sylhet, Bangladesh, after being convicted of killing his wife. The court acquitted two people, including Monor’s mother, as the allegation brought against them could not be proved. According to the prosecution, Monor strangulated his wife Selina Begum, 28, to death on July 15, 2001. The motive for the crime was not reported.