The body of a Tamil man who has been shot dead was found in Mullaitivu this morning.
The discovery was made neara reservoir in Paalaipaani area of Mankulam, Mullaitivu. Initial reports identify the man as a 46-year-old father of three, from Uthaya Nagar in Kilinochchi, named Balaiah Balraj Jegatheeswaran.
Sri Lankan police have launched an investigation into the murder, with Tamilwin reporting that 2 people have been arrested so far.
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