Police Use Force to Subdue Blade-Wielding Man in Seeduwa

COLOMBO (News 1st); A man behaving violently in the Seeduwa area was shot by police after he allegedly attempted to attack officers with a sharp weapon, according to Police Spokesperson Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Buddhika Manathunga.

The incident occurred when officers attempted to intervene and de-escalate the situation.

The suspect reportedly resisted and tried to assault the officers with a bladed weapon, prompting police to respond with a controlled shot to his leg in order to neutralize the threat.

The suspect was immediately taken to hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment.