Four Sri Lankan police officers assigned to Thirukkovil Police, in the Ampara district, were shot dead when a rogue sergeant opened fire before surrendering to Ethimale Police station with two T-56 assault rifles and 19 rounds of ammunition.
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The shootings occurred at 10:30 last night and saw the immediate deaths of three people whilst one constable died up admission to Kalmunai Hospital. The attack saw the deaths of a police sergeant, two constables, and a police constable driver. Two other constables were hospitalised.
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Following the shooting when the OIC arrived at the police station, the suspect reportedly shot at their jeep causing it to lose control and crash into a nearby building.
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A special team under the direction of Senior DIG in charge of the Eastern Province has been appointed to investigate the attack and the underlying motive of the shooter.
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