Youth shot at in Beliatta over conflict

Youth shot at in Beliatta over conflict

July 14, 2019   08:04 am

A 27-year-old youth has been shot at near the junction towards Beliatta-Moragahahena road, early this morning (14).

The shooting victim had been traveling on a three-wheeler at around 1.35 am today when the shooting occurred.

The injured youth was admitted to the Beliatta Hospital before being transferred to the Matara Hospital for further treatment.

Police investigations have revealed that a conflict of the youth in question and another party had resulted in the shooting.

Beliatta Police are carrying out further investigations.

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

“Strong international relations essential”;Opposition critical of FM's performance at recent summit (English)

“Strong international relations essential”;Opposition critical of FM's performance at recent summit (English)

Attack on IRIS Dena by US submarine; No nation imposed any pressure on Sri Lanka: Dy Minister (English)

NPP Govt. acting as proxy of foreign powers - Sarvajana Balaya apprises Sri Lankans in Australia (English)

CEB officially dissolved Six successor companies take over operations effective today (English)

🔴LIVE - Ada Derana Prime Time News Bulletin

🔴LIVE - Ada Derana Midday Prime News Bulletin

Sarvajana Balaya's ''Women's Power'' celebrates International Women's Day 2026 (English)

US says it will not influence Sri Lanka's decisions; SL will not align with any party – Minister (English)