Sri Lanka: Three people injured in a shooting incident in Nittambuwa

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COVID on Thursday, with 175 in intensive care.This is down by 77 for hospitalizations and a decrease of one for ICUs since the previous day. Last Thursday, there were 1,676 hospitalizations with 205 in ICU.According to latest data for hospitalizations, 60 per cent were admitted for other reasons but tested positive for COVID-19.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); From Thursday (12) Sri Lanka has a new Prime Minister, Ranil Wickrmesinghe who has already held the post on several occasions. He was appointed by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. Wickremesinghe, who held closed-door discussions with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on Wednesday (11) , took oaths as the new prime minister following the resignation of Mahinda Rajapaksa on Monday (9).

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COLOMBO (News 1st); The Fort Magistrate’s Court on Thursday (12) issued a travel ban on on Ex-Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, MP Namal Rajapaksa, MP Johnston Fernando and 14 others.They are barred from traveling overseas due to the investigations taking place on the attacks on the GotaGoGama and MynaGoGama peaceful protest sites on Monday (9).The order was also imposed on MPs Pavithra Wanniarachchi, Sanjeewa Edirimanne, Kanchana Jayaratne, Rohitha Abeygunawardena, C. B.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Sri Lanka Police announced to the Occupy Galle Face protestors that violating the curfew conditions is an offense.Using the PA system of the President’s Office, Sri Lanka Police made the following announcement.“This is a notice by Sri Lanka Police. As per Section 2 of the Public Security Ordinance, a public emergency has been cleared in Sri Lanka with effect from 6th May.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Leader of the National People’s Power Anura Kumara Dissanayake has stressed the need for President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to resign, and thereafter an interim government can be formed for a period of six months.He further said that the NPP is ready to take control of the Interim Government that will be formed, adding that the support of other parties is required, and if that does not happen the NPP would function in the opposition.Anura Kumara Dissanayake said authorities must arrest the Temple Trees conspirators who created the violence in the country, and produce them before the law.“It is clear that Former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, Ministers, MPs, Pradeshiya Sabha members, and others used state power to plan the violence,” he said calling on authorities to arrest them and produce them in court.Further, he called on the law enforcement agencies, including the IGP and the Police, to take action to maintain the law and the peace in the country.Dissanayake said President Gotabaya Rajapaksa must immediately step down as his ‘solutions’ to the issues have not led to any form of stability in the country.He also called on the Speaker to function as the Acting President, given that Sri Lanka does not have a Prime Minister.He said the Government and Parliament do not represent the public mandate, and since there is no public trust on the government, a new government must be formed.Dissanayake speaking to the media said the NPP is prepared to take control of the interim government, until an election is called for to establish a new government.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankans woke up to heavy military presence on the streets of Colombo and suburbs on Day-2 of the nation-wide curfew that was imposed to prevent an escalation of violence.Violence broke out on Monday (9th May) after pro-government supporters stormed two peaceful protest camps GotaGoGama and MynaGoGama in Colombo, where Sri Lankans were demanding the resignation of the President and the Prime Minister.A nation-wide curfew was imposed on Monday (9), however, crowds angered by the attacks on peaceful protests attacked buses and vehicles that transported the Rajapaksa supporters.This also led to attacks on the offices and residences of ruling party politicians across many parts of the island.The Combat Riders Squadron of the Sri Lanka Army Special Forces, as well as Armored Personnel Carriers were deployed for mobile patrols across many areas.“While the curfew is in force today too, troops after placing roadblocks conduct search roles and facilitate the movement of vehicles, engaged in emergency essential needs of the country. Instructions have been given to the tri-services to stop vehicles without proper movement approvals.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The IGP and the Army Commander have been summoned to the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) on Wednesday (11).An announcement was made by the Chairperson of the Commission, Rohini Marasinghe, Supreme Court Judge (Rtd.) saying that she had been summoned to appear before the Commission at 10 AM on Wednesday (11).A statement issued by the Chairperson of the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka says that the relevant officials will be questioned regarding the failure to provide adequate security to the people and their homes and to ensure the rule of law.She said the due process should always be followed and all those responsible for the violence should be arrested and further investigations should be carried out.Meanwhile, the head of the intelligence service, Major General Suresh Salley has been summoned before the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka on Thursday (12) to inquire into reasons for the imposition of a state of emergency in the country.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Parliament Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena said that the Party Leaders meeting will be held at 3 PM via Zoom on Wednesday (11).The current political state in the country, and the upcoming Parliament week will be discussed at this meeting.On Tuesday (10), the Speaker decided to cancel the party leaders meeting citing security concerns of MPs.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Parliament speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena has decided to handover a letter containing the proposals by party leaders to the President.The decision was reached at the Party Leaders meeting on Wednesday (11).Party Leaders will meet on Thursday (12) at the Parliament Complex once again to discuss the present situation in the country,

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Police said the curfew will be strictly enforced on Wednesday (11), especially at night.In a special statement, Sri Lanka Police said that no person will be allowed to enter the streets without a valid reason.Further, Sri Lanka Police will use force WITHOUT prior notice on those who obstruct the movement of traffic and cause damage to property, as well as engaging in acts of violence.“If necessary police will open fire,” said Sri Lanka Police, adding the general public must remain at home without violating the curfew.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Both Secretary Defence, General Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) and the Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army, General Shavendra Silva have dismissed claims that Sri Lanka is heading towards a Military Rule.‘Sri Lanka has a constitution and the armed forces operate as per the constitution,’ he told reporters on Wednesday (11), adding that it is not possible for a military to take charge when a President exists.‘The military has not intention of taking control. The President is the Commander-In-Chief, so what does the army need to take control,’ said the Army Chief.The Defence Secretary also dismissed claims of a military rule, and recalled an incident in the 1960s where an attempt was made, but failed due to internal leaks.“It is impossible to do something like that in Sri Lanka,” he said while adding the armed forces have no such thought as wll.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The nation-wide curfew that was imposed on Monday (9) due to the violent situation that took place in the country will be lifted at 7.00 AM on Thursday (12) and will be re-imposed at 2 PM the same day.A normal Monday (9) morning turned into a scene of chaos after pro-government supporters attacked the MynaGoGama protest site near Temple Trees following a meeting chaired by then-Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, where he announced he is willing to make any sacrifice for the people.The meeting at Temple Trees was organized by the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Local Government Members Forum and saw hundreds in attendance.Following this meeting, the pro-government supporters attacked the MynaGoGama protest site near Temple Trees and dismantled the camp.Thereafter, they moved to the main protest site in Galle Face known as GotaGoGama and destroyed several tents, and assaulted peaceful protestors.Sri Lanka Police, the Riot Police, Sri Lanka Army, and other law enforcement agencies were called in to control the situation and Sri Lanka Police eventually imposed an island-wide curfew to control the unrest.

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FREEHOLD, N.J. - A judge has imposed a 95-year prison sentence on a woman accused of arranging to have her girlfriend shot and later strangling her and burying her in the backyard of a New Jersey home.Monmouth County Superior Court Judge David Bauman sentenced 38-year-old Jennifer Sweeney on Friday.Authorities said 41-year-old Tyrita Julius was wounded in a shooting in November 2015.

The Delaware State Police say they have arrested a suspect wanted in connection with a stabbing that happened at the Hollywood Motel on Tuesday.  NEW CASTLE, Del. - The Delaware State Police say they arrested a New Castle woman in connection with a stabbing that happened on Tuesday.Police say the stabbing took place at the Hollywood Motel located in South Dupont Highway in New Castle around 9:30 p.m.According to the police, the investigation revealed a 57-year-old victim engaged in a verbal argument with the suspect over a suspected theft. The argument escalated and eventually turned physical, police say.MORE HEADLINESAfter the two were separated, the victim attempted to throw the suspect's walker into a dumpster and then police say the suspect proceeded to stab the victim.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said that a new Prime Minister and Government that can command a majority in Parliament and can gain the confidence of the Sri Lankan people will be appointed this week.The President also said that after appointing the new Prime Minister, and Government a constitutional amendment will be moved to enact the content of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, which will vest more powers with the Parliament.” The new government’s Prime Minister will be awarded the opportunity to produce a new program and take this country forward,” said the President.Commenting on the calls to abolish the Presidency, Rajapaksa said that the new government, after establishing stability in the country, will be allowed to discuss the matter with all parties and adopt the necessary measures.“At this time while protecting the people and property, and without allowing the country to fall, I request your support to continuously maintain the state mechanism to provide what is necessary for the day to day lives of the people,” said President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.Speaking on the violence that took place in the nation earlier this week, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa vehemently condemned the root cause of the violence and said that the Inspector General of Police has been instructed to conduct investigations.“The murders, assaults, acts of intimidation, destruction of property, and the series of heinous acts that followed cannot be justified at all,” said the President.“From the moment these events took place, the Defence Secretary, Commanders of the Armed Forces, The Head of Intelligence, as well as the Security Council was convened and measures were taken to bring calm to the country,” he said,

COVID on Wednesday, with 176 in intensive care.This is down by 27 for hospitalizations but a decrease of 12 for ICUs since the previous day. Last Wednesday, there were 1,698 hospitalizations with 199 in ICU.According to latest data for hospitalizations, 59 per cent were admitted for other reasons but tested positive for COVID-19.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Police said social media networks and groups were used to gather crowds to engage in acts of violence on the 9th & 10th of May 2022, where houses, buildings, and vehicles were damaged.Sri Lanka Police said 59 such groups and the Administrators of those groups have been identified and investigations are underway against them under the Criminal Law and the Computer Crime Act of Sri Lanka.Further, Sri Lanka Police is seeking public assistance to crackdown on these group.If the public have any information on these groups that promote violence, they forward the information to [email protected] or call 1977.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Govenor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe warned that if political stability is NOT achieved, economic revivial would be impossible.Speaking to reporters in Colombo on Wednesday (11), Dr.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Defence Ministry has instructed the three-armed forces to use necessary force to prevent incidents of theft, assaults, damage to private and public property, and vehicle inspections by violent groups or thugs.The Defence Ministry said if necessary the three-armed forces are instructed to shoot to quell such incidents.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The United States of America has expressed concern over the deployment of the military in Sri Lanka.“We underscore, we stress that peaceful protesters should never be subject to violence or intimidation, whether that’s on the part of a military force or civilian unit,” said Ned Price, the US State Department Spokesperson on Tuesday (10).“More broadly, we’re deeply concerned by reports of escalating violence in Sri Lanka over the past few days. We condemn, as I said before, violence against peaceful protesters.

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COLOMBO (News1st); Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa will ONLY accept the post of Prime Minister, when the President resigns, said Samagi Jana Balavegaya MP Lakshman Kiriella.“The Opposition produced to No-Confidence motions against the Government and the President. Since the Prime Minister stepped down, only the NCM against the President remains,” he told the media on Wednesday (11).He said the NCM against the President was to be discussed at the Party Leaders meeting scheduled for Tuesday (10), and then following the cancellation it will be discussed on Wednesday (11).The MP said the No-Confidence Motion against the President will be discussed at the next parliament session.Lakshman Kiriella said the President must resign immediately, and thereafter Sajith Premadasa is prepared to accept the post of Prime Minister.“This president is not accepted locally or internationally,” he told the media.“The people question the existence of a President who cannot protect the lives of the people, as well the lives and property of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna politicians,” he added.

PHILADELPHIA - Shocking surveillance video obtained by FOX 29 shows a deadly broad daylight shooting at a busy Philadelphia gas station. According to police, 30-year-old Brandon Dixon was gunned down at the Liberty gas station on the 1000 block of East Mount Airy Avenue around 2 p.m. Monday.Surveillance footage shows Dixon walk out of the gas station market and approach a silver SUV parked at a gas pump. As Dixon is standing at the pump, a red sedan pulls into the gas station and two men exit the vehicle and open fire. Brandon Dixon, 30, was shot and killed Monday at a busy Philadelphia gas station.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); The United States of America is closely following the ongoing developments in Sri Lanka, including the resignation of the prime minister.Ned Price, US State Department Spokesperson said the US urges the government to work quickly to identify and implement solutions to achieve long-term economic stability and address the Sri Lankan people’s discontent over the worsening economic conditions, including power, food, and medicine shortages as well.“We condemn violence against peaceful protesters, and call for a full investigation, arrests and prosecutions of anyone involved. We are also concerned with the state of emergency declarations which can be used to curb dissent.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Bar Association of Sri Lanka has stressed on the need for urgent action to restore public confidence and peace following Monday’s (9) attacks on peaceful protests.The BASL demands:1. The immediate arrest according to law of all persons who instigated, conspired to unleash the violent mob from Temple Trees and participated in the said violence – irrespective of the positions they held in the Government or of their family connections.

Police in Philadelphia are investigating after multiple people were injured in a shooting in Kensington on Tuesday afternoon.  PHILADELPHIA - Four people, including two teenagers, are in the hospital after a shooting in Kensington late Tuesday morning. The shooting occurred on the 800 block of East Allegheny Avenue just before noon.Officers responded to the scene and found four people suffering from gunshot wounds. All four were taken to Temple University Hospital.Two of the victims, an 18-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man, are in critical condition after both were shot in the upper body. A 16-year-old girl is stable after suffering a graze wound to the arm.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); The President, Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appealed and urged people to remain calm and stop violence and acts of revenge against citizens, irrespective of political affiliations.In a tweet, he stated that all efforts will be made to restore political stability through consensus, within constitutional mandate and to resolve economic crisis.I appeal and urge people to remain calm & stop violence & acts of revenge against citizens, irrespective of political affiliations.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Large group of people have set up a check point on the road leading to the Katunayake Airport.According to reports from the ground, they are trying to prevent ruling faction loyalists from fleeing the country.Tensions boiled over, after peaceful protests in Colombo were attacked by pro-government loyalists, that eventually forced the Prime Minister to condemn the violence and also step down.The Criminal Investigations Department has been tasked to conduct an investigation on the attack on peaceful protestors at GotaGoGama protest site in Galle Face, said Police Headquarters on Tuesday (10).7 people have died and 231 people were injured in yesterday’s (9) clashes.A normal Monday morning turned in to a scene of chaos, after pro-government supporters attacked the MynaGoGama protest site near Temple Trees following a meeting chaired by Ex-Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, where he announced he is willing to make any sacrifice for the people.The meeting at Temple Trees was organized by the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Local Government Members Forum and saw hundreds in attendance.Following this meeting, the pro-government supporters attacked the MynaGoGama protest site near Temple Trees and dismantled the camp.Thereafter, they moved to the main protest site in Galle Face known as GotaGoGama and destroyed several tents and assaulted peaceful protestors.Sri Lanka Police, the Riot Police, Sri Lanka Army and other law enforcement agencies were called in to control the situation and Sri Lanka Police eventually imposed an island wide curfew to control the unrest.On Friday, the Sri Lankan President after a special cabinet meeting declared a state of emergency.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Human Right Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) said that the IGP and Army Commander have been summoned to the HR Commission on the 12th of May to explain why they failed to maintain the rule for the incidents that took place on Monday (9).A normal Monday morning turned in to a scene of chaos, after pro-government supporters attacked the MynaGoGama protest site near Temple Trees following a meeting chaired by Ex-Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, where he announced he is willing to make any sacrifice for the people.The meeting at Temple Trees was organized by the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Local Government Members Forum and saw hundreds in attendance.Following this meeting, the pro-government supporters attacked the MynaGoGama protest site near Temple Trees and dismantled the camp.Thereafter, they moved to the main protest site in Galle Face known as GotaGoGama and destroyed several tents and assaulted peaceful protestors.Sri Lanka Police, the Riot Police, Sri Lanka Army and other law enforcement agencies were called in to control the situation and Sri Lanka Police eventually imposed an island wide curfew to control the unrest.On Friday, the Sri Lankan President after a special cabinet meeting declared a state of emergency. This is the second time that an emergency was declared in Sri Lanka in the span of over a month.The island nation faces its worst economic crisis, since its independence.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Attorney General Sanjay Rajaratnam, PC has advised the Inspector General of Police to conduct a fully-fledged investigation in to the incidents of unlawful interference into the people’s constitutional rights, the circumstances that led to them; and, the consequent commission of penal offences in the process.In a letter to the IGP, the Attorney General said the as the incident in metropolitan Colombo triggered sporadic acts of violence of serious nature involving people and their property all over the country, he advised the police chief to further investigation the aftermath of the incidents.He urged the IGP to complete the investigation on urgent priority basis.

COVID on Tuesday, with 188 in intensive care.This is up by 342 for hospitalizations but a decrease of 13 for ICUs since the previous day as hospitals report updated figures from the weekend.Last Tuesday, there were 1,699 hospitalizations with 202 in ICU.According to latest data for hospitalizations, 59 per cent were admitted for other reasons but tested positive for COVID-19. For those in ICUs, 36 per cent were admitted for other reasons.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); In order to assist the Police and control the situation, the Sri Lanka Army deployed its troops in the Galle Face esplanade with immediate effect to protect civilians and maintain peace in the area. 

COLOMBO (News 1st); A ruling party Member of Parliament was killed and property owned by many other Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna politicians were attacked following the violent attacks on peaceful protestors in Colombo’s GotaGoGama and MynaGoGama protests sites on Monday (9).Following the attacks on the two main protest sites, SLPP Polonnaruwa District MP Amarakeerthi Athukorala’s vehicle was mobbed by a group when it reached Nittambuwa on Monday (9) afternoon.Following an altercation, shots were fired, and the MP died.Moreover, a 27-year-old male also died in the shooting, said the Director of the Wathupitiwala Hospital.Property Attacked :The offices of Former Minister Johnston Fernando located in Kurunegala and Lillie Street, Colombo was attacked by angry crowds on Monday (9) afternoon.In addition, a taverns owned by Johnston Fernando was also set on fire.The Negombo residence of the Former Minister Nimal Lanza was also attacked on Monday (9) afternoon.The Moratuwa residence of Moratuwa Mayor Saman Lal Fernando was set on fire.Ruling party Trade Leader Mahinda Kahandagamage’s residence in Vauxhall Street, Colombo was also attacked.

COLOMBO (News 1st); 130 people injured & hospitalized following the tense situation between pro-government and peaceful protestors at MynaGoGama and GotaGoGama protest sites.A normal Monday morning turned in to a scene of chaos, after pro-government supporters attacked the MynaGoGama protest site near Temple Trees following a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, where he announced he is willing to make any sacrifice for the people.The meeting at Temple Trees was organized by the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Local Government Members Forum and saw hundreds in attendance.Following this meeting, the pro-government supporters attacked the MynaGoGama protest site near Temple Trees and dismantled the camp.Thereafter, they moved to the main protest site in Galle Face known as GotaGoGama and destroyed several tents and assaulted peaceful protestors.Sri Lanka Police, the Riot Police, Sri Lanka Army and other law enforcement agencies were called in to control the situation and Sri Lanka Police eventually imposed an island wide curfew to control the unrest.Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne earnestly requests the general public to support the tri forces and remain calm and exercise restraint.In a statement, the Defence Ministry said that the tri forces personnel have been called up to assist the police to contain the present situation at the Galle Face and adjacent areas in order to maintain security and ensure public safety.