Colombo (News 1st): A married couple has been admitted to the hospital following a shooting that took place in Wanaluwawa, Dompe. The police said the shooting was carried out following an escalated argument.

The injured have been identified as 23-year-old residents of Dompe. Police noted that the suspects have been identified and investigations are underway to arrest him.

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