A suspected underworld gunman was killed following a shootout with Police Special Task Force (STF) personnel at Ganemulla last night.
According to police reports, the suspect initiated gunfire at STF officers conducting a search operation at a residence in Sumedha Mawatha, Ganemulla. The operation was based on intelligence received by law enforcement.
During the exchange of gunfire, the suspect sustained critical injuries from police retaliation. Despite efforts to save him, he succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment at Ragama Hospital.
Additionally, a member of the STF sustained injuries during the shootout.
This incident comes amidst a broader crackdown on organized criminal activities in the Western and Southern Provinces. Since the launch of the ‘Yukthiya’ operation targeting 20 identified organized criminal gangs on Tuesday, at least 19 individuals directly linked to the underworld have been apprehended.
