Colombo (News1st): A person was shot dead near the Kaldemulla junction in Angulana, Mount Lavinia.

Police Media Spokesperson, ASP Ruwan Gunasekara stated that two mask-clad assassins on motor-bike had carried out the shooting.

The victim, 30-year-old Udara Sandaruwan, was admitted to the Kalubowila teaching hospital before succumbing to his injuries.

Investigations are currently underway.

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