Srilanka, Feb. 22 -- Two suspects arrested in connection with the Kotahena shooting have been shot dead by police.

Police said the suspects attempted to open fire on officers after seizing a police firearm while being taken to the location where they had hidden other weapons on the night of February 21.

A police officer was also injured in the incident.

According to Police Spokesperson SSP Buddhika Manatunga, the shooting victim, identified as 38-year-old Shashi Kumar, was attacked by the suspects, who arrived on a motorcycle.

The victim later died in the hospital from his injuries.

After the shooting, the two suspects were arrested while trying to flee on their motorcycle. Police also seized the motorcycle and firearm used in the...