A man behaving violently in the Seeduwa area was shot by police after he allegedly attempted to attack officers with a sharp weapon, says Police Spokesperson Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Buddhika Manathunga.
The incident occurred when officers attempted to intervene and de-escalate the situation.
The suspect reportedly resisted and tried to assault the officers with a bladed weapon, prompting police to respond with a controlled shot to his leg in order to neutralize the threat.
The suspect was immediately taken to hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment.
