Srilanka, April 16 -- A tragic road accident on the Elpitiya-Ambalangoda road claimed the life of a six-year-old girl yesterday (15), within the Elpitiya Police Division.

The collision occurred when a three-wheeler traveling from Ambalangoda to Elpitiya collided head-on with a van coming from the opposite direction.

The driver of the three-wheeler, a male passenger in the back seat, two women, and three young girls sustained injuries and were admitted to Elpitiya Hospital for treatment. Unfortunately, one of the girls-aged six and a resident of Pitigala, Kurunduwatta-succumbed to her injuries. The remaining victims are currently receiving medical care.

The body of the deceased has been placed in the Elpitiya Hospital morgue.

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