Tense situ in Aluthgama

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A tense situation prevailed at Aluthgama on the Galle-Colombo Road after an assault incident this evening.

Heavy traffic was also reported in the area after the protestors blocked the road. No one has been arrested yet.

Ministers Kumara Welgama and Rohitha Abeyagunawardene had visited the scene in an attempt to sort out matters. Minister Welagama’s vehicle was reportedly damaged after it was stoned by the angry crowd. (Text and Pix by Sarath Siriwardene)

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Tense situ in Aluthgama

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