Deminer killed by mine

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A man engaged in de-mining in Muhamalai Jaffna was injured accidentally by a land mine this morning and succumbed to the injuries on admission to the hospital.

The deceased, identified as K. Murugesu from Kilinochchi, was an employee of the Halo Trust, an NGO involved in de-mining operations in Muhamalai, Jaffna Police informed.

The Jaffna Police are conducting further investigations. (Romesh Madushanka)

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Abr Monday, 08 April 2013 11:32 AM

My heartfelt sympathies to his family. An unenviable job. Hope his family is adequately compensated

Kodithuwakkuarachchi Monday, 08 April 2013 11:33 AM

And the BBS wants to chase way the NGO kalli kandayam.

RamUk Monday, 08 April 2013 11:43 AM

these are the only available jobs in north..still hoping there will be development...

Yahiya Monday, 08 April 2013 01:28 PM

Endless summer night.

Minister Monday, 08 April 2013 02:47 PM

Innocents paying the price for sinners from their lives!

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