Controlled explosion near Kochchikade Church
Posted by ONLANKA Newsroom on April 22, 2019 - 4:13 pm
A controlled explosion has been reported near St. Anthony’s church in Kochchikade a short while ago.
The explosion took place while the bomb disposal units of the Special Task Force (STF) were diffusing an explosive device uncovered inside a van parked near the church.
Police said the Bomb Disposal Squad safely diffused the bomb by causing a controlled explosion.
Police also claim that no casualties or fatalities were reported in the incident reported a short while ago.
The van is reportedly on fire.
Latest Headlines in Sri Lanka
- Sri Lankan President congratulates Vijay on becoming Tamil Nadu Chief Minister May 10, 2026
- 24-year-old arrested at BIA with hashish worth over 4 kilos May 10, 2026
- Agriculture Minister discusses fertilizer plans for upcoming cultivation May 9, 2026
- Sri Lanka to set up public sector digital transformation network May 9, 2026
- Sri Lanka electricity tariffs increased by 18% for high-usage consumers May 9, 2026
Muslim extremist have been well organised during this 04 years and now showing results