Six individuals have been arrested in connection with violent incidents that erupted during a musical show at President’s College grounds in Divulankadawala on the night of March 14.
The suspects, all residents of Medirigiriya, are accused of causing chaos and damaging property after two advertised singers failed to appear at the event.
The organizers had promoted the show featuring several artists and sold tickets priced at Rs. 1,000 and Rs. 2,500.
However, the two singers did not perform, reportedly due to non-payment by the organizers.
When the announcer informed the audience that the show would end at 1:30 a.m., the crowd became agitated, leading to attacks on chairs, musical instruments, and other property.
Despite the presence of 45 police officers, the situation spiraled out of control.
Medirigiriya Police stated that during their investigation, it was revealed that the two singers had not participated in the musical show because the organisers had failed to pay them the agreed payment.
