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Negombo Prison Clash Leaves 25 Dead, 100 Injured

7/7/2026

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Inmates Storm Prison

Prison spokesman Chaminda Gajanayake said inmates seized firearms from guards and rushed toward the main gate.
On July 6, 2026 a clash between groups at Negombo prison, Sri Lanka killed at least 25 and injured over 100.
Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara expressed shock, grief and accepted responsibility for the incident.
The Sri Lankan military stood ready outside, and officials will separate gangs and transfer inmates.

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Panel Investigates

A three-member panel independently appointed and led by a retired Supreme Court justice will investigate the Negombo prison riot.
Six prison officers and 20 inmates were killed in the Negombo prison riot in Sri Lanka on Monday.
Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara said he was shocked, grieved and took responsibility.
Over 100 inmates and guards were treated for gunshot wounds, cuts and bruises at hospitals.

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Inmates Storm Prison

Prison spokesman Chaminda Gajanayake said inmates seized firearms from guards and rushed toward the main gate.
On July 6, 2026 a clash between groups at Negombo prison, Sri Lanka killed at least 25 and injured over 100.
Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara expressed shock, grief and accepted responsibility for the incident.
The Sri Lankan military stood ready outside, and officials will separate gangs and transfer inmates.

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