Two police teams have been dispatched to conduct investigations into incidents where two police officers were attacked with
sharp weapons in the Mithigama area in Weligama.

Police stated that two arrests have already been made with regard to the incident.

A sergeant and police inspector attached to the Weligama police, who arrived at the location upon receiving information regarding a possible clash between supporters of two political parties, came under attack.

The two police officers who sustained injuries are currently being treated at the Karapitiya and Matara hospitals.

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