A 52-year-old resident of Keerapane, Gampola, was fatally wounded in a sharp weapon attack by his 43-year-old nephew following a dispute at a residential property.

A fatal stabbing incident in the Gampola district has claimed the life of a 52-year-old man after an altercation with a family member turned violent. The attack occurred at a residence in Keerapane on the evening of the 28th, according to police reports.

Police responded to an emergency call reporting an injured individual at the property and found the victim with serious wounds. He was transported to Gampola Hospital but was pronounced dead upon arrival, having succumbed to injuries sustained during the incident.

Preliminary police investigations suggest the violence erupted during an argument between the victim and his 43-year-old nephew. Authorities allege that the nephew used a sharp weapon to attack the victim during their confrontation, resulting in fatal injuries. A 43-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the case as police continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the dispute.