Person murdered over family dispute in Akuressa

Person murdered over family dispute in Akuressa

September 18, 2022   08:55 am

A person has reportedly been murdered after being attacked with an axe in the Imbulgoda area in Akuressa.

Police said that the victim had allegedly been attacked by his son-in-law last night (17) for interfering in a dispute between his daughter and son-in-law.

The deceased is a 66-year-old resident of Imbulgoda.

The murder suspect has fled the area following the incident while Akuressa Police have commenced investigations to arrest him. 

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