The attacker allegedly used a 12-bore gun, firing in the presence of his wife and children at home
Colombo: Dhammika Nirushna, a former captain of Sri Lanka's Under-19 cricket team, was tragically killed in a shooting at his residence late Tuesday night.
He was 41 years old.
Sri Lankan police reported that Nirushna was at home with his wife and two children when the fatal incident occurred. The attacker allegedly used a 12-bore gun, firing in the presence of his family.
The police swiftly responded to the scene upon receiving reports of the shooting. Nirushna’s body was transported for a post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death.
The motive behind the murder remains unknown, prompting police to launch a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the case.
Nirushna, who once captained the Sri Lanka U-19 cricket team, leaves behind a significant legacy in the cricketing world. His sudden and violent death has sent shockwaves throughout the nation and the sports community.
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