One killed, two injured in Nawagamuwa shooting

Police have uncovered several details regarding a shooting incident that targeted three individuals in the Korathota–Menikgara Road area of Nawagamuwa last night.

According to initial investigations conducted by the Nawagamuwa Police, the shooting took place at a rented house where the three victims were residing. A group of suspects arrived on a motorcycle and a three-wheeler, opened fire, and fled the scene immediately after the attack.

One individual, a 20-year-old resident of Borella, was shot near the bathroom of the house and died at the scene. Two others, residents of Wadiyagoda in Ambalantota and Gewalamulla in Dematagoda, sustained gunshot injuries and were admitted to hospital.

The injured victims were first taken to the Oruwala Regional Hospital in Athurugiriya and later transferred to the Homagama Base Hospital for further treatment. 

Police recovered 15 9mm bullet casings from the scene. Police suspect that the shooting occurred between 9.30 p.m. and 10.00 p.m. The victims had reportedly moved into the rented house approximately one and a half months ago and were attending a New Year’s party at the time of the incident.

Although the exact motive for the shooting has not yet been determined, police suspect it may be linked to a conflict between rival underworld groups.

The Nawagamuwa Police, together with the Nugegoda Divisional Criminal Investigation Bureau, are continuing investigations to identify and arrest those responsible.