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Three arrested in connection with Kalutara restaurant owner murders
Police have arrested three suspects accused of aiding and abetting the fatal shooting of a Dragon Restaurant owner in Kalutara on October 9. The incident resulted in the deaths of both the restaurant proprietor and his wife.
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The three suspects were taken into custody following the shooting incident that claimed two lives in the Kalutara district. The restaurant owner was killed at the scene, while his wife sustained critical injuries that proved fatal following her admission to hospital.
The October 9 shooting has prompted a significant police investigation, with authorities working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and the roles played by those now in custody. The arrests represent a major development in the case as investigators pursue leads into the circumstances of the killings.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the Kalutara business community, with the Dragon Restaurant being a known establishment in the area. Police have not yet released further details regarding the identities of the suspects or specific charges they may face.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities seek to determine the motive behind the shooting and establish a complete account of events leading to the deaths.