Hunting Accident Leaves 20-Year-Old Injured

COLOMBO (News 1st); A 20-year-old man has been injured in a shooting incident reported in the Weeraketiya area, police said.

According to preliminary investigations, the incident occurred this morning when a group of individuals had reportedly gone hunting for animals.

Police said a bullet fired during the hunting expedition struck the young man in the leg, causing injuries.

The victim was subsequently admitted to hospital for treatment.

Following investigations into the incident, police have taken one individual into custody on suspicion of involvement in the shooting.