Monk arrested over murder in Galle

Monk arrested over murder in Galle

June 29, 2013   05:04 pm

A Buddhist monk has been arrested in connection with a murder which took place in the Labuduwa area in Galle.

The monk had allegedly assaulted an individual at a temple in Labuduwa recently while the victim, who was in critical condition, succumbed to injuries last night.

The deceased is said to be a 44-year-old father of two and was a former Police Constable (PC). 

The monk was arrested by following investigations into the incident by Galle Police and is schedule to be produced before court.


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