According to the report, a 53-year-old person has lost his life in a police firing that took place last night in Mawanella-Padiyadora area.
The Mawanella police received a complaint regarding a dispute in Padiyadora area and the police said that officers were sent to investigate the matter.
During the investigation, one person involved in the dispute and attacked a police officer with a sharp weapon.
In response, another officer fired a warning shot to control the situation. But as the man continued to try to attack the officer, the officer opened fire again, As a result of the 2nd firing a fatally wounding person rushed to the mawanella hospital. the hospital spokeman said to the media that the person has dide while reciving treatment. The police said that two injured police officers are currently receiving treatment at the same hospital.
The suspect involved in the attack has fled from the place and Mawanella police investigations are underway to arrest him.