Tragedy struck in Kanangama, Dehiowita, as a young individual lost their life after being attacked with a sharp weapon on Thursday morning (June 22), according to the police.
Reports indicate that the 26-year-old had visited the residence of a local moonshine seller in the neighborhood, seeking illicit liquor. However, a heated argument ensued between the two individuals, escalating the situation. In a desperate act of self-defense, the house owner retaliated by striking the youth with a sharp weapon, resulting in his untimely demise.
In a disturbing turn of events, the 57-year-old suspect then disposed of the victim’s body by dumping it into a nearby stream behind the house.
Upon receiving a statement from the suspect, the police promptly launched an investigation into the incident. The body of the deceased has been transferred to the mortuary at Avissawella Hospital, where a post-mortem examination will be conducted following the completion of a magisterial inquest.
