Another possible attack targeting mosques?

Another possible attack targeting mosques?

April 26, 2019   12:49 am

A statement issued by the IGP warns of another possible attack by the terrorist group which carried out the Easter Day attacks.

The DIGs in charge of the Presidential Security Division, Special Security Division and Prime Minister’s Security Division has been informed by the IGP on this threat.

According to the statement, this terrorist group may target the Kuppu mosques also known as ‘Aulia’ mosque for their next attacks.

The United States Embassy in Colombo too has issued a warning of a possible attack and requested the public to avoid places of worship and large crowds.

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