Two Children Die in Grenade Attack in Sri Lanka

Summary

Two children died after a hand grenade attack on a house in Dahivala, a suburb of Colombo, Sri Lanka, and their father was injured. Police suspect the attack may be linked to a conflict between two organized criminal gangs and have launched an investigation.

Key Points
  • A hand grenade attack on a house in Dahivala, near Colombo, killed two children on Friday morning.
  • The 10- and 14-year-old children were taken to hospital but died during treatment.
  • Their father was injured and is receiving treatment at the same hospital.
  • Police suspect the attack may be tied to an ongoing conflict between two organized criminal gangs and are investigating.
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