Main Suspect Arrested in Brutal Killing of Young Entrepreneur

COLOMBO (News 1st); The body of a 29-year-old businessman who had been reported missing was discovered in a pit at a vehicle service center in Lunuwila, Udasirigama, in a shocking turn of events that has sparked a major police investigation.

According to police, the victim had been brutally assaulted with a sharp weapon and his body concealed in a pit at the service premises. 

The businessman had been missing since June 30, and a formal complaint had been lodged with the authorities shortly after his disappearance.

Investigations revealed that on the night of his disappearance, the victim had attended a party involving alcohol at the same vehicle service center, along with several acquaintances. A dispute that arose during the gathering is believed to have escalated into a fatal attack.

Police have arrested the main suspect, who is alleged to have played a central role in the murder. 

During the arrest, officers recovered the victim’s vehicle, valued at approximately Rs. 2.6 million, hidden at the suspect’s residence in Wennappuwa. The victim’s wallet was also found at the same location.

Authorities are continuing further investigations to determine if additional individuals were involved in the crime.