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Gunman arrested over Jinthupitiya murder

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A suspect has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a man and the injuring of two children in the Jinthupitiya area of the Coastal Police Division on January 16, 2026.

The arrest was made by the Colombo Crimes Division following a tip-off received by investigating officers. The suspect, identified as the alleged gunman, was taken into custody yesterday (03) in the Grandpass police area.

During the arrest, officers recovered 11 grams and 830 milligrams of “Ice” narcotics in the suspect’s possession.

The 24-year-old suspect is a resident of Colombo 13. Further investigations are being carried out by the Colombo Crimes Division.

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