Unrest broke out among a group of inmates at Kuruwita Prison on Friday, with authorities deploying tear gas to restore order after tensions escalated, according to a prison spokesperson.
Two individuals were reportedly killed in the incident, while several others who were injured have been admitted to hospital for treatment.
The initial disturbance began Thursday night and was brought under control by prison officials, but unrest resumed Friday morning.
A group of inmates reportedly damaged the prison hospital during the unrest.
Authorities used tear gas to contain the situation and restore order inside the facility. (Newswire)
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