Woman shot dead in Padaviya

A 73-year-old woman was shot dead by two unidentified gunmen who arrived on a motorcycle at Bogahawewa in Padaviya last night.

Police said the gunmen opened fire at the woman while she was at home. Police said A T56 assault rifle was used for the shooting.

The injured victim was admitted to the Padaviya Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.

The cause of the shooting or the suspects are yet to be identified.