Shooting incident reported in Ambalangoda

Shooting incident reported in Ambalangoda

September 9, 2025   02:21 pm

Two individuals on a motorcycle have reportedly opened fire at several persons travelling in a three-wheeler on Heenatiya Road in Ambalangoda. 

One individual was injured in the incident and has been admitted to the Balapitiya Hospital for treatment.

The shooting took place while the injured person was returning from the Elpitiya Magistrate’s Court. 

The victim has been identified as the main suspect in the murder of an under-19 cricketer, according to police.

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

🔴LIVE | Ada Derana Prime Time News Bulletin

🔴LIVE | Ada Derana Prime Time News Bulletin

CEB workers threaten to intensify trade union action if demands are not met (English)

Another stock of chemicals used in manufacturing ‘Ice’ found in Kandana (English)

Sri Lanka committed to accountability process only through domestic mechanisms: FM tell UNHRC (English)

Former MP Nimal Lanza arrested over assault incident granted bail (English)

Authorities continue to discover stocks of chemicals allegedly used in manufacturing 'Ice' drugs

🔴LIVE | Ada Derana Lunch Time News Bulletin