Two persons have died in an accident that took place in the Kawdupelella area in Mahawela. Police stated the incident took place when a lorry and three-wheeler collided head-on.

A father, mother and son who were travelling in the three-wheeler were severely injured in the incident and were admitted to the Matale Hospital.

The father and son had succumbed to their injuries upon admission. The driver of the lorry has been taken into custody and will be produced before court on Friday.