Main suspect and another teen arrested over Matara killing

26 Nov, 2018

Main suspect and another teenager have been arrested over the killing of a student in Matara.

The Police said that a 17 year old boy, the main suspect in the stabbing of a 19 year old youth in Matara, was arrested and remanded.

Another 17 year old boy also surrendered to the Police over the incident.

The crime took place near a tuition class in Matara where the 19 year old was stabbed in front of passersby.

The incident was captured on CCTV cameras. (Colombo Gazette)

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