One killed, three injured in shooting near Kirimetiya junction

One killed, three injured in shooting near Kirimetiya junction

February 28, 2016   11:50 am

One person was killed and two others were injured after an unidentified gunman opened fire at them in Weeraketiya near the Kirimetiya junction, a short while ago on Sunday (28) morning.


The gunman who reportedly arrived in a hybrid van, fled the scene soon after the incident, it was reported. The police are investigating to identify the suspect.


The wounded persons with life-threatening injuries have been admitted to the Tangalle District hospital, Ada Derana reporter said. The remains of the deceased are also deposited at the same hospital pending an autopsy.

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