Sri Lanka, Feb. 9 -- A 34-year-old Sergeant Major attached to the Sri Lanka Army Ordnance Corps in Dombagoda, Horana, died today (9) after turning his firearm on himself.

The deceased, K.L. Suresh Kelum, was a father of two and a resident of Thutthiripitiya, Millaniya, who reportedly commuted to duty daily from his home.

According to Anguruwatota Police, the officer had recently been promoted to the rank of Warrant Officer II just four days prior to the incident.

Preliminary reports suggest that personal reasons led to the shooting.

The Acting Magistrate of Horana has visited the site to conduct a preliminary inquiry into the death.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Hiru News....