Suspect shot dead during attempted robbery

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A man was shot dead by Police when he attempted to rob a shop in Warakapola early this morning.

The police team which had arrived at the scene following a tip off to the 119 hotline had shot at the suspect when he tried to throw a hand grenade towards them.

The suspect was admitted to the Warakapola hospital and later succumbed to his injuries.

Video by Daliya Gamasingharachchi

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axe Monday, 26 June 2017 11:00 AM

not thrown... see ...unabled to shoot leg.. via DM Android App

Dee Monday, 26 June 2017 01:51 PM

Bravo!

L C A Monday, 26 June 2017 02:00 PM

This is the only answer to overcome the crimes.

justica USA... Monday, 26 June 2017 02:36 PM

phew...1 less criminal...ty police many more powerful robbers roam around free....shot to kill....these parasites... via DM Android App

Mahen Monday, 26 June 2017 08:33 PM

Our police are not that smart to arrive in time to stop crime,this is probably the thief was set up by the police bribed in thousands to be executed.

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