Last night in Sapugaskanda, a 49-year-old individual, wanted in connection with multiple shooting incidents in Kandana, was fatally shot in a police crossfire while they were being apprehended.
The Kandana Police, in pursuit of a suspect linked to a shooting that occurred in Polpithimukalana, Kandana on October 5, conducted a raid at a residence.
During the operation, the suspect discharged a firearm at the police, prompting a return of fire that resulted in the suspect’s demise.
The deceased, identified as a resident of Angoda, has been placed in the mortuary of Kiribathgoda Hospital.
The Sapugaskanda Police, under the guidance of the Senior Superintendent of Police responsible for the Kelaniya Division, are currently conducting further investigations into the incident.