Man hacked to death over personal dispute in Embilipitiya

Man hacked to death over personal dispute in Embilipitiya

January 24, 2026   08:38 am

A 39-year-old man was killed with sharp weapons yesterday (23) in the Weerasinghapura area of Embilipitiya following the escalation of a personal dispute.

Embilipitiya Police identified the victim as a resident of Weerasinghapura, Embilipitiya.

Preliminary investigations have revealed that the killing was carried out by three individuals due to a long-standing personal grievance, said police.

Embilipitiya Police are conducting further investigations to apprehend the suspects involved in the crime.

Disclaimer: All the comments will be moderated by the AD editorial. Abstain from posting comments that are obscene, defamatory or slanderous. Please avoid outside hyperlinks inside the comment and avoid typing all capitalized comments. Help us delete comments that do not follow these guidelines by flagging them(mouse over a comment and click the flag icon on the right side). Do use these forums to voice your opinions and create healthy discourse.

Most Viewed Video Stories

Teachers, parents continue to protest demanding Grade 6 reforms (English)

Teachers, parents continue to protest demanding Grade 6 reforms (English)

Former ministry secretary Anusha Palpita remanded until February 6 (English)

President and Govt. steadfast in safeguarding AG's independence – Justice Minister (English)

Various parties express views on alleged govt 'pressure' against Attorney General (English)

LIVE🔴Ada Derana Prime Time News Bulletin 6.55 pm - 2026.01.23

No decision to bring impeachment motion to remove Attorney General - Justice Minister (English)

GMOA calls off strike in Eastern Province; announces island-wide token strike tomorrow (English)

Trade union urges govt to implement curriculum revisions for Grades 6 & 10 in 2027 (English)