Vandalising Buddha Statues: Suspects re-remanded

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The 15 suspects in remand custody in connection with vandalizing more than four statues of the Buddha in Mawanella, were further remanded till August 8 by Mawanella Magistrate Upul Rajakaruna today.

The incident of vandalising Buddha statues was reported from Mawanella on December 24 and 25, 2018.

They said one of the suspects was arrested after he was captured by the villagers.

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Kumara Thursday, 25 July 2019 05:59 PM

Correct. Also you must arrest those threw hot water at Hindu temple priest at Kinniya recently!!

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