Two individuals have been injured in a shooting incident near the Kandana Public Market, police said.
According to the Police Spokesperson, two unidentified gunmen on a motorcycle opened fire at a car in Kandana, injuring the two occupants. The victims have been admitted to hospital for treatment.
“Police say that Sameera Manahara, who served as the private secretary of late Minister Mangala Samaraweera, has been injured in the shooting that occurred in Kandana” News first reported.
Investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the assailants.
More to follow
