Broad Daylight Shooting in Maligawatta: Auto Parts Worker Injured
A worker at a vehicle spare parts shop in Maligawatta was injured in a brazen midday shooting today (3).
According to police, two unidentified individuals arrived on a motorcycle and opened fire on the victim before fleeing the scene. The injured man was rushed to the Colombo National Hospital for treatment.
Investigators confirmed that a T56 assault rifle was used in the attack.
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