Two chain snatchers injured in police shooting

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Two chain snatchers were injured while escaping the scene of crime this morning, when police shot them near the Baththuluoya Bridge in Chilaw.

Police said the suspects had tried to snatch a gold chain from a woman who was taking her child to pre-school in Arachchikattuwa. The suspects had fled when the woman’s husband and neighbours arrived at the scene.

Police said several residents had chased the suspects and then informed two policemen who were passing by in a motorbike of the incident.

The police officers had then chased the suspects and signaled them to pull over. When the suspects had refused to do as directed one of the officers had opened fire at the suspects, aiming at their legs, police said.

Despite being injured, the suspects managed to cover some distance before meeting with an accident near Kiriyankalliya garment. They were then arrested and admitted to the Chilaw Hospital.

The rider was injured in the leg while the pillion rider also sustained some minor injuries. Police said that both suspects were undergoing treatment at the hospital with police protection. (Darshana Sanjeewa)

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jml Monday, 20 March 2017 11:29 AM

well done for braving via DM Android App

Kaboos Monday, 20 March 2017 11:47 AM

Dear IGP these two police officers should be appreciated for their bravery.

Mandy Monday, 20 March 2017 11:48 AM

They deserved these injuries fully. Just imagine the mind frame of the mother aand small child.

Hadam Monday, 20 March 2017 01:04 PM

Hats off for the officers. Officers I salute you.

Dee Monday, 20 March 2017 03:33 PM

Some useless HR activist will now call this a 'violation of robbers rights'

ceylon Monday, 20 March 2017 05:17 PM

teach police how to shoot. via DM Android App

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