Former Hambantota Mayor Eraj Fernando Found Dead in Bambalapitiya Flat

September 2, 2026 at 12:09 PM
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Former Mayor of the Hambantota Municipal Council Eraj Ravindra Fernando has been found dead at a flat in Bambalapitiya, police said.

According to police, Fernando’s body was found hanging inside the premises.

Police suspect that he died by suicide, while investigations are underway to establish the circumstances surrounding his death.

Further details are expected following the police investigation and post-mortem examination. (Newswire)