Youth killed in shooting at Sripura

Youth killed in shooting at Sripura

August 16, 2024   07:18 am

A 26-year-old person has been shot dead at Pillayar Junction in Gemunupura, Sripura early this morning (16).

Police said the shooting was carried out by an unidentified gunman who had arrived on a motorcycle and using a T56 assault rifle. 

The 26-year-old victim, who was killed on the spot following the shooting, is a resident of Kawanthissapura, Sripura.

The motive behind the shooting has not yet been uncovered while Sri Pura Police is conducting further investigations into the incident.

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