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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Suspect Arrested IGP
2. IGP Commends Officers Arrest
Three people were found dead in a suspected robbery at a house in Kithalawalana, Maladeniya. The victims, identified as Lionel Padmasiri (78), Duliawathi Jayalath Menike (80), and their 42-year-old son with special needs, were believed to have been strangled. A relative of the homeowner was arrested after police discovered jewelry, credit cards, and cash in his possession. The suspect, a resident of Bangadeniya, Chilaw, allegedly broke into the house, stole valuables, and killed the family to eliminate witnesses. The Attanagalla Acting Magistrate initiated investigations, and Inspector General of Police Deshbandu Tennakoon praised the officers involved and highlighted concerns about drug and alcohol abuse contributing to crime.
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1. Suspect Apprehended, Police Chief Praises Team
2. Arrest Made, Law Enforcement Receives Praise
COLOMBO (News 1st) – A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Kithalawalana, Maladeniya on Sunday (19), where three lives were tragically taken inside their own home.
The Victims
The deceased have been identified as Lionel Padmasiri (78), Duliawathi Jayalath Menike (80), and their son, a 42-year-old man with special needs.
The Discovery
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Police officers on patrol in Nalla stopped a man riding a bicycle and uncovered jewelry, credit cards, and Rs. 250,000 in his possession. A receipt found in his bag led officers to the house address where the gruesome discovery was made.
The Crime Scene
Upon arriving at the address listed on the receipt, officers found the door ajar. Inside, they found the bodies of the three family members, all believed to have been strangled.
The Investigation
Attanagalla Acting Magistrate arrived at the scene on Sunday (19) afternoon to initiate investigations. Police confirmed the arrested suspect is a relative of the homeowner and a resident of Bangadeniya, Chilaw.
The Motive
Police suspect robbery as the motive behind the heinous crime, with the individual breaking into the house to steal valuables and then resorting to violence to cover his tracks.
Police Response
The Inspector General of Police Deshbandu Tennakoon commended the officers involved in the swift apprehension of the suspect and expressed his intention to reward them in the future. He also highlighted concerns about drug and alcohol abuse as contributing factors to such crimes.
Conclusion
This tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the need for vigilance and community cooperation in combating crime. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims during this difficult time.
