Shooting incident reported in Akmeemana

Two persons on a motorcycle have opened fire at a residence on Dissanayake Mawatha, Wewegodawatte, Akmeemana, Galle.

The shooting occurred at around 5 a.m. today (23), police said.

The shooting has been carried out using a 9mm pistol, and the suspects reportedly fled the scene afterward. However, it has been reported that no one was injured in the incident.

The owner of the house is employed as an executive at a factory in the Midigama area and was dismissed from his job a few days ago due to an issue with an employee.

The police also stated that the employee in question had previously made phone calls and threatened him.

Accordingly, the police suspect that this individual may have carried out the shooting.

Further investigations into the incident will be conducted under the supervision of the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in charge of the Galle Division.