Three-wheeler driver injured in shooting at Hanwella

Three-wheeler driver injured in shooting at Hanwella

June 13, 2020   02:40 pm

A 43-year-old person has been gunned down and injured in Elamalawala area in Hanwella, the Police said.

An unidentified man who arrived on a motorcycle had opened fire at the victim last evening (12).

The injured victim has been admitted to the Avisswella Hospital for treatment.

He was identified as a 43-year-old three-wheeler driver residing in Welipillewa area.

The motive for the shooting is yet to be uncovered and Hanwella Police is carrying out further investigations into the incident.

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