One injured in shooting incident near temple in Kottawa
Posted by Editor on May 8, 2025 - 8:35 pm
One person has reportedly been injured in a shooting incident that occurred this evening (May 8) near a temple in the Malapalla area of Kottawa, police said.
The victim was admitted to the Homagama Hospital for treatment.
According to police, the incident took place close to a temple, and an investigation has been launched into the shooting.

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