Sri Lanka, Feb. 19 -- The fatal shooting in the area of Kadewatta, Middeniya, which claimed the lives of a father and his 6-year-old daughter, has been linked to a criminal gang based in Dubai.

The victims were attacked while traveling on a motorcycle last night. The father, identified as 39-year-old Anura Priyantha alias Kajja, was killed on the spot. He was reportedly facing court cases related to the possession of a live grenade and a revolver.

His 6-year-old daughter, who was critically injured, succumbed to her injuries after being admitted to the hospital. Meanwhile, his 7-year-old child underwent surgery this morning at Embilipitiya Hospital.

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