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Open warrants issued for arrest of masterminds behind Middeniya triple murder
Walasmulla Magistrate and Additional District Judge Nawoda Koku Hennadige issued open warrants on Tuesday for the arrest of two individuals, Lahiru Madushan, alias Tambili Lahiru, and Nirmala Sanjeewa, alias Backhoe Saman, in connection with the killing of three family members in Middeniya.
The suspects, Tambili Lahiru and Backhoe Saman, are believed to be hiding in Dubai.
The warrants were issued by Magistrate Koku Hennadige following a request from the OIC of Middeniya Police, Chief Inspector Rohan Wickramasekara.
The triple murder occurred on 18 Feb., at the Kadewatta junction in Galpoththayaya, Middeniya. The victims—Anura Vidanagamage, alias Middeniye Kajja, his son, and daughter—were shot while travelling on a motorcycle. Investigations indicate that the attack was planned and executed under the direction of the two wanted suspects, according to the police’s report to the Court.
The arrest warrants were issued for Edirisinghe Kankanamge Lahiru Madushan, alias Tambili Lahiru, of Kudagal Ara, Middaniya, and Nadun Hewage Nirmal Sanjeewa, alias Backhoe Saman, of Ulahitiya, Middeniya. The police reported to the Court that both suspects are influential figures in the southern drug trade and face multiple charges related to various crimes.
So far, 11 suspects, including the primary shooter, have been arrested in connection with the murder.
By Dileepa N Jayasekera
The Ambassador of Indonesia to Sri LankaDewi Gustina Tobing, met Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Parliament of Sri Lanka to discuss strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations.
The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in trade, tourism, technology, and education, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to fostering diplomatic and economic ties for mutual benefit.
A key area of focus was expanding tourism exchanges, including religious tourism, which holds significant potential for growth.
The two delegations also explored opportunities in trade, particularly the importation of palm oil and the introduction of organic liquid fertilizers to support Sri Lanka’s agriculture sector.
Collaboration in the IT industry was highlighted as another promising area of partnership, alongside discussions on integrating electric vehicles into Sri Lanka’s public transport system.
The Sri Lankan delegation, led by Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister, Mrs. Sagarika Boghawatta, included officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Indonesian delegation was represented by Deputy Ambassador . Fiki Oktanioand Minister Counsellor Mrs. Lailal K. Yuniarti.
[Prime Minister’s Media Division]
The Matara Magistrate’s Court today [20], ordered that former Inspector General of Police (IGP), Deshabandu Tennakoon be further remanded until April 03..
The Election Commission of Sri Lanka has announced that the upcoming Local Authorities Poll will be held on Tuesday 06th May 2025
The acceptance of nominations for the poll concluded at 12.00 noon today (20).
Ambassador of Indonesia to Sri Lanka calls on PM
Former IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon further remanded until April 03.
Local Authorities poll on 6th May
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