At least 19 people killed in Sri Lanka prison clashes
Summary
Clashes at a prison in Negombo, Sri Lanka, killed at least 19 people and injured over 100. The violence involved inmates and prison guards and lasted from Sunday into Monday.Key Facts
- At least 19 people died in the prison clashes.
- More than 100 inmates were injured and taken to the hospital.
- Four prison guards and 15 inmates were among the dead.
- The prison is located in Negombo, about 35 km north of Colombo, Sri Lanka’s capital.
- The violence started on Sunday and continued into Monday.
- Police confirmed the clashes and deaths but did not give more details.
- The cause of the fighting is not yet known.
- Local TV reported about 20 deaths, slightly higher than official figures.
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