21 May 2020 02:30 pm
Three women had been killed while eight others were injured in a stampede at Jumma Masjid Road in Maligawatte a short while ago, the Police said.
The incident had occurred when a group of about 500 people had gathered at a house, where cash had been distributed by an individual.
The Police said six people had been arrested in connection with the incident.
The injured were admitted to the Colombo National Hospital.(DSB)