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Soldier at Panagoda army camp takes his own life
Feb 24, 202308:31 PM
A soldier attached to the army camp in Panagoda committed suicide today (Feb 24) by shooting himself.
According to the army spokesperson, the soldier in question had used his service weapon, a T-56 firearm, to take his own life.
The 32-year-old is reportedly a resident of Naula area in Matale.
The reason for the suicide was not immediately clear. However, Homagama Police has initiated probes into the matter.
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