Colombo (News1st): Two individuals were severely injured in an accident that took place at the Matale Junction along the Anuradhapura – Dambulla main road.

Police said the accident occurred when a speeding three-wheeler veered off the road. It had collided with a traffic post and then fallen into a culvert.

The injured are currently receiving treatment at the Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital.

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