Acid Attack Injures Five Near Ratnapura Court

COLOMBO (News 1st); Five people were injured in an acid attack that occurred this morning near a pedestrian crossing on the Ratnapura Court Complex road.

Police reports indicate the attack stemmed from a personal dispute. The father of a victim involved in a fatal car accident reportedly attacked the person believed to be responsible for the accident.

Four bystanders were unfortunately caught in the acid attack and sustained injuries. All five individuals were transported to the hospital for treatment.

The perpetrator of the acid attack has been apprehended by the police.