Middeniya shooting : 09-year-old boy dies
The boy was pronounced dead today after receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Embilipitiya Hospital.

A 09-year-old boy seriously injured in the shooting reported in the Middeniya area yesterday has succumbed to injuries.
The boy was pronounced dead today after receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Embilipitiya Hospital.
Unidentified gunmen on a motorcycle had opened fire at a man travelling with two children on a motorcycle near the Kadewatte Junction in Middeniya last night.
The victim had died on the spot, 06-year-old daughter had succumbed to injuries after receiving treatment at the Tangalle Hospital, while the son had been admitted to the Embilipitiya Hospital.
The Police suspect that a T-56 firearm had been used in the shooting, while investigations are underway to apprehend the suspects.