Two missing after fishing boat capsizes off Tangalle

June 29, 2025 at 7:57 AM

Another boat accident has been reported off the coast of Tangalle.

According to the Sri Lanka Navy, the incident occurred near Parei Wella Beach, with six fishermen onboard at the time. Four have been rescued, while two remain missing. Police say that search operations are underway to locate them.

Meanwhile, three other boat accidents were reported yesterday in the seas off Galle, Kalutara, and Hikkaduwa. (NewsWire)