Sri Lankan woman killed in UK, suspect also from Sri Lanka
A 37-year-old Sri Lankan man has been charged with murder after a Sri Lankan woman was found dead in a Cardiff street, UK.
South Wales Police were called to South Morgan Place in Riverside at 07:37 BST on Thursday to reports of a seriously injured woman.
Niwunhellage Dona Nirodha Kalapni Niwunhella, 32, who was known as Nirodha, died at the scene.
Thisara Weragalage of Pentwyn, was arrested shortly after on Seawall Road, in Splott, and was later charged with murder.
The family of 32-year-old Niwunhellage Dona Nirodha Kalapni Niwunhella, who went by Nirodha, have paid tribute to her. They said:
“We remember Nirodha as a cherished daughter, family member and dear friend to many. Nirodha will be forever remembered with peace, love and gratitude.
“She touched many lives with her kindness and warmth and her memory will continue to inspire us. Though her life ended too soon, the love she shared will always remain with us.
“Rest in peace angel.”
Senior Investigating officer DCI Matthew Davies said:
“My heartfelt condolences are with Nirodha’s family, friends, and loved ones as they come to terms with this tragic loss. We have specially trained officers supporting her loved ones at this time and ask that their privacy is respected.
“I continue to urge anyone with information who is yet to speak to officers to come forward and support our investigation.”
Officers were called to South Morgan Place in Riverside at 7.37am on August 21 to reports of a seriously injured woman.
Paramedics also attended, however despite their best efforts, the woman – who has now been formally identified as Nirodha Niwunhella – was pronounced dead at the scene.
Detectives continue to appeal for witnesses, or anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage nearby to come forward. Particularly, they’d like to hear from anyone with information about a grey Ford Fiesta in or near South Morgan Place, or Seawall Road, including Wellington Street, Clare Road, Penarth Road and East Tyndall Street, between 7.30am and 8.30am.
