ANURADHAPURA – A bomb scare gripped Anuradhapura today after an emergency call reported a suspicious device near a hotel frequently used by the President during his visits to the area. Police confirmed the discovery of an explosive device resembling a hand grenade outside a house near the Premier Inn hotel in Perimiyankulama, Anuradhapura.
However, investigations later revealed the device was not a conventional hand grenade but a “hakkapatas,” a type of explosive used for hunting animals, disguised as a ball of thread.
Anuradhapura Headquarters Police stated that three young men found in the house were arrested on suspicion in connection with the incident. Police added that two of the arrested individuals were outsiders. Further investigations are underway to determine if they are involved in any criminal activities.
Following the urgent telephone call to the police, Senior Superintendent of Police Thilina Hewapathirana, who is in charge of the Anuradhapura division, along with other senior officers, arrived at the scene.
