Arrests made in connection with Meegoda economic centre shooting incident

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1 year ago

February 19, 2024

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The police have apprehended four individuals, including the gunman and motorcycle rider involved in the recent shooting incident at the Meegoda Economic Centre.

Meegoda Police discovered the motorcycle, a helmet, a knife, and a t-shirt used in the incident in Kadawatha, Kirillawela.

Additionally, the firearm used in the shooting was found in the Rakwana area.

The mastermind behind the incident was found hiding in the Hambantota area, while the shooter was located in the Godakawela area, according to the police.

Two other individuals, including the hotel owner who aided in hiding the motorcycle and another person who assisted the suspects in going into hiding after the incident, were also arrested.

The incident occurred on Monday (12) when two armed men on a motorcycle attempted to rob a shop at the Meegoda Economic Centre.

They opened fire, injuring a female cashier in an attempt to obtain keys to one of the cash lockers.

The suspects fled after looting one cash locker, and additional investigations are ongoing.

Dan Priyasad not dead – police (Update)

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6 hours ago

April 22, 2025

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The Police Media Spokesman says that political activist Dan Priyasad is not dead, but is in critical condition at the Intensive Care Unit.

Previously, the police had stated that Priyasad had succumbed to his injuries after being shot at a housing complex in Salamulla, Wellampitiya.

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Dan Priyasad dies after being shot

Political activist Dan Priyasad has been died after being fatally shot today (April 22).

According to the police, he was shot at a housing complex in Salamulla, Wellampitiya by two two unidentified individuals, who had arrived at the scene on a motorcycle. They had fired at Priyasad before fleeing the scene.

Priyasad had passed away after being hospitalised.

Another person who received minor injuries in the incident, is being treated at hospital.

Wellampitiya Police are conducting further investigations.

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‘Sri Lanka Mirror’ Chief Editor’s mother passes away

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9 hours ago

April 22, 2025

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We solemnly announce the passing of Mrs. Pushpa Ranjani Liyanage, cherished wife of late Milk Board manager – Mr. L.S. Rodrigo and the beloved mother of ‘Sri Lanka Mirror’ Chief Editor – Mr. Kelum Shivantha.

Remains will lie at Supreme Rest Funeral Parlour, Kelanimulla from 11.00am to 10.30pm on April 23 and on April 24 morning.

Final rites will be held at the Pilapitiya Cemetery crematorium on April 24 at 3.00 pm.

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Country has sufficient insulin stocks – Nalinda

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9 hours ago

April 22, 2025

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Minister of Health Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has assured that the government has already distributed sufficient insulin stocks for the next four months.

Therefore, he urged the public not to have any unnecessary fears over the matter.

Speaking earlier today (April 22) during the weekly Cabinet briefing, he assured that there is enough insulin available in the country until September this year.
He added that measures are taken to maintain medicine stocks sufficient for a period of four to six months to prevent any shortages.