Shooting incident reported in Weligama

July 16, 2025 07:13 am

A shooting incident has been reported in Udukawa, Weligama this morning, police stated.

According to police, two unidentified gunmen arrived on a motorcycle and opened fire at the residence of a member of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha in Udukawa at around 4:40 a.m. today (16).

The shooter had subsequently fled the scene.

When inquired by Ada Derana, the Office of the Police Media Spokesperson stated that no one was injured in the shooting and that shots were fired at the gate of the house.

According to the Police Media Division, the Weligama Pradeshiya Saba member who represents the National People’s Power (NPP) had previously informed police about receiving death threats.

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