Suspects in Kawanthissa Shooting Remanded Again

COLOMBO (News 1st): The two suspects arrested in connection with the shooting of the iconic Kawanthissa tusker have been further remanded until November 11.

The order was issued after the two suspects were produced before the Mahawa Magistrate's Court.

After considering submissions made by wildlife officials as well as counsel appearing for the suspects, Mahawa Magistrate Anuradha Seneviratne ordered that the suspects remain in remand custody until the next hearing.

The Magistrate also directed wildlife officials to present specific facts relating to the suspects before court on November 11.

In addition, the court instructed wildlife officers to submit a comprehensive report detailing the exact manner in which the suspects were allegedly involved in the offence, including the date on which their alleged involvement took place.