Child dies in Galwella after falling into a pot of water

29 May, 2021

A child has died in Galwella after falling into a pot of water, the Police said today.

The Police said the child had been playing outside the house last evening (Friday) when the accident occurred.

According to the Police, the 1 year and 8 month old child was playing at the entrance of the house.

While playing, the child had fallen into a pot full of water and drowned.

The remains of the boy have been placed at the Dambulla hospital.

Further investigations are underway. (Colombo Gazette)

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