Suspicious death reported in Wellawatte – Police launch investigation

June 8, 2025 at 9:52 AM

A 41-year-old resident of Wellawatte was pronounced dead upon admission to the Kalubowila Hospital after being found unconscious inside a three-wheeler parked near an apartment complex on Velevanarama Road.

The incident occurred during the afternoon hours of June 7, and the Wellawatte Police launched an investigation after receiving a report from local residents who discovered the man in the vehicle.

The deceased has been identified as a resident of Velevanarama Road in Wellawatte.

A magistrate’s inquiry and post-mortem examination are scheduled to be conducted on June 8. The Wellawatte Police are continuing further investigations. (Newswire)