One person killed following shooting in Chilaw
Posted by ONLANKA Newsroom on February 15, 2012 - 2:23 pm
One person was killed following a shooting during a demonstration by fishermen in Chilaw town a short while ago, Chilaw hospital sources stated.
The Army Spokesman stated that the army was not involved in controlling the protesters and that the police were responsible for controlling the demonstration.
Courtesy: Ada Derana
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As registered or by birth of a sri lankan could fight for their democracy and justice.Police or any triforces do not have the privilege, holding the laws of this democratic nation.
Higher officials of the government of the particular department should be more responsible for the tragedy.