A tense late-night police operation in the Ampara Police Division escalated into a shooting incident after a suspect linked to an illicit liquor racket allegedly attempted to seize a police officer’s firearm.
According to police, the incident began when officers from the Police Special Task Force (STF) launched a raid on the suspect last night (17) as part of an operation targeting illegal liquor activities in the area.
During the raid, the suspect had reportedly obstructed officers while they were carrying out their duties and allegedly attempted to assault them. Police subsequently arrested the individual and admitted him to hospital.
However, authorities stated that the suspect later escaped from the hospital while receiving treatment.
Police said the suspect was later spotted by an officer attached to a mobile patrol unit, who attempted to take him back into custody. During the confrontation that followed, the suspect allegedly tried to snatch the officer’s firearm, triggering a scuffle between the two.
The suspect sustained a gunshot injury during the altercation and was once again admitted to hospital for treatment.
Meanwhile, police confirmed that a police officer was also injured during the incident and is currently receiving treatment in hospital.
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