Eight identified over abduction, murder of Chinese national at Port City
by Norman Palihawadane Eight suspects have been identified in connection with the abduction, assault and murder of a Chinese national following a clash between two groups at the Colombo Port City, police said on Friday. Police Media Spokesman ASP F.U. Wootler said three of the suspects had fled the country shortly after the incident, while […]
In a tragic incident at Colombo Port City, a Chinese national's abduction, assault, and murder have come to light. Police sources reveal that eight suspects have been identified in connection with the heinous crime. According to Police Media Spokesman ASP F.U. Wootler, three of these suspects managed to flee the country post the clash between two groups, while three others are believed to be hiding within Sri Lanka.
The authorities have imposed travel bans on the suspects. Two suspects have already been apprehended at the Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake, with legal proceedings already initiated against them. The case is set for a hearing on August 6, when an identification parade is scheduled to take place. ASP Wootler emphasized that investigations are being carried out with the help of the Chinese Embassy and Interpol.
He cautioned the public about the risks of renting properties to foreign nationals and urged them to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station. The body of the deceased, who was reported missing following the clash, was found on July 23 at Eheliyagoda. The victim had allegedly been abducted along with two others during the incident, with the other two victims sustaining injuries and subsequently admitted to a hospital.
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