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Infant and two women killed in Kebithigollewa road crash
A tragic road accident in the Kebithigollewa area has claimed the lives of a 10-day-old infant and two women. The incident has prompted renewed concerns about road safety in the region.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
A devastating road accident in Kebithigollewa has resulted in the deaths of three people, including a newborn child just 10 days old. The two adult women also killed in the collision were identified as occupants of one of the vehicles involved in the incident.
Police and emergency services responded to the scene following the accident. Initial investigations indicated that the crash involved motor vehicles travelling in the area. The exact circumstances leading to the collision remain under investigation by local authorities.
The incident has drawn attention to ongoing safety concerns on roads in the North Central Province. Transport authorities have been working to improve road conditions and enforcement of traffic regulations across the region.
Families and community members expressed shock and grief at the loss of life. The deaths mark another tragic reminder of the risks posed by road accidents across the island.