Two suspects arrested in connection with the fatal shooting in Kotahena were killed in police custody under controversial circumstances, raising concerns over extrajudicial killings and the legality of police actions. According to the Police Media Spokesperson SSP Buddhika Manathunga, the two individuals were arrested by Grandpass Police last night while fleeing the crime scene on a motorcycle. They were allegedly in possession of a T56 firearm, which was reportedly used in the murder of 38-year-old Shashi Kumar. The victim was shot inside a mobile phone accessories shop at Galpoththa Junction,…
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