Man killed after being shot in Wattala

June 14, 2022 at 1:06 PM

An individual has died after being shot in the Elakanda, Hendala area in Wattala today.

The Police said the victim had been shot by two unidentified gunmen who had arrived on a motorcycle.

The victim had succumbed to his injuries after being admitted to the Colombo North Teaching Hospital in Ragama. 

The victim has been identified as a 23-year-old resident of Ali-Watte in Mattakuliya.

The Police have found several empty T-56 bullet shells at the site of the incident.

Investigations have revealed that the shooting had occurred due to a personal dispute related to drugs between two organized gangs. 

A team attached to the Kelaniya Police station has launched investigations to apprehend the suspects involved in the shooting. (NewsWire)

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