A major fire broke out inside a building at the Mahara Prison following reports of a tense situation within the prison premises, leaving several people, including inmates, injured.
The injured were rushed to the Ragama Hospital for treatment. The extent of their injuries has not yet been officially confirmed.
Earlier, authorities reported that tensions had escalated inside the prison, prompting an emergency response. Sri Lanka Police stated that several special police teams have been deployed to the prison to assess the situation, maintain order, and investigate the cause of the incident.
Officials have yet to disclose the circumstances that led to the fire or the unrest inside the prison. Further details regarding the number of injured and the extent of the damage are expected as investigations continue.
