Firecrackers mistaken for explosion at Majeed’s residence

Firecrackers mistaken for explosion at Majeed’s residence

September 26, 2012   10:01 am

A minor explosion was reported near the home of SLMC Deputy Leader Abdul Majeed in Kalmunai at about 1.45 a.m. this morning (September 26), Police Spokesman SSP Ajith Rohana stated.

Initial reports indicated that a petrol bomb had been thrown into the residence of the SLMC Deputy Leader.

However, Police stated that the reported incident was caused by a bunch of firecrackers which had been thrown into the residence by an unknown group.

No one was reported injured in the incident.

The Kalmunai police will conduct further inquiries.

Disclaimer: All the comments will be moderated by the AD editorial. Abstain from posting comments that are obscene, defamatory or slanderous. Please avoid outside hyperlinks inside the comment and avoid typing all capitalized comments. Help us delete comments that do not follow these guidelines by flagging them(mouse over a comment and click the flag icon on the right side). Do use these forums to voice your opinions and create healthy discourse.

Most Viewed Video Stories

Govt. assures uninterrupted fuel supply for 2 months - President Anura Kumara (English)

Govt. assures uninterrupted fuel supply for 2 months - President Anura Kumara (English)

LITRO Gas prices increased after 18 months amid supply shortage due to Middle East conflict (English)

Govt implemented a modest increase in fuel prices - Trade Minister Wasantha (English)

Ada Derana Prime Time News Bulletin

🔴LIVE | Ada Derana Midday Prime News Bulletin

Why were the fuel prices increased? Do we have enough stocks? Opposition demands answers from Govt. (English)

Electricity trade unions continue their strike action;TUs seek meeting with Energy Minister (English)

Sri Lanka grants 14-day visa extension for tourists stranded due to Middle East conflict (English)