Srilanka, March 6 -- A heartbreaking incident occurred in the Weeriyagama area of Suriyawewa yesterday (05) evening, where a mother and her five-year-old son lost their lives after coming into contact with an unauthorized electric wire installed in a neighboring house.

According to police reports, the child was riding a small bicycle near his home when he became entangled in the illegally placed wire. His mother, in a desperate attempt to save him, also got electrocuted. Both mother and son tragically died on the spot.

The victims have been identified as a 38-year-old mother and her five-year-old son. Suriyawewa police have launched an investigation into the incident.

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