Coordinating Secretary of Deputy Minister dies after consuming poison

Coordinating Secretary of Deputy Minister dies after consuming poison

February 27, 2014   05:10 pm

The Coordinating Secretary of the Deputy Minister of Coconut Development and Janatha Estate Development died today (February 27) after consuming poison at his residence.

 

Gamini Ranasinghe, aged 52 years, is a resident of the Serukale area in Anamaduwa. Last evening, he consumed poison at his home and was rushed to the Chilaw hospital.

 

He subsequently died in hospital this afternoon (February 27) while the reason for his suicide has not yet been uncovered. 

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