A youth has died in a car accident that occurred on the Ampara-Iginiyagala Road in the Suduwella region.

According to the police, the accident occurred when a motorcycle and a bus collided on Saturday night. The deceased youth is said to have been seventeen-year-old resident of the Paragahakalle Region.

Another individual who was travelling on the back of a motorcycle was admitted to hospital.

• Navy rescues distressed fishermen
• UNDCO wants further engagement with SL
• Photographed Horton Plains leopards not a threat, Visitor not allowed to enter said area
• Aid must come with clear-cut conditions – Cardinal
• Treasure hunters arrested with loot worth over Rs. 100 Mn