UPDATE – Six dead after a raft transporting them capsized in Kinniya

(UTV |  TRINCOMALEE) – Two adults and four children have died after a raft transporting them had capsized in Kinniya, Trincomalee this morning.

Police Media Spokesman Senior Superintendent of Police Nihal Talduwa said several others are reported missing following the accident which occurred at the Kurinjankerni lagoon.

The bodies of the victims are placed at the Kinniya Hospital.

SSP Nihal Talduwa said Police and Navy teams have been deployed to search for the missing.

Related posts

PM Harini Amarasuriya Begins India Visit; Meets Jaishankar to Boost Bilateral Cooperation

Over 300,000 Driver’s Licenses Delayed; Transport Ministry Promises Clearance Within Three Months

Former SEC Director Nilu Dilhara Arrested for Allegedly Using State Resources for UNP Office Repairs