Man missing after being swept away at Katukurunda beach

Sunday, 03 May 2026 - 20:17

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A 55-year-old person from Katukurunda went missing after being caught in a current while bathing at the Katukurunda beach this evening.


Kalutara South Police state the individual arrived at the beach around 5:30 p.m. today with his children and a group of relatives when the incident occurred.


Locals and police launched an operation to locate the missing person.


Kalutara South Police are conducting further investigations into the matter.



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