A vehicle carrying nine family members returning from a wedding reception crashed near Magalegoda-Naiwala road, resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries. Police suspect driver fatigue may have caused the accident.
A tragic accident has claimed two lives and left seven others hospitalized following a wedding celebration in the Magalegoda-Naiwala area. The incident occurred when a van carrying nine family members, who were returning home from a wedding reception, crashed on the roadway.
According to police statements issued Friday, the two fatalities were identified as the bride's brother, who was operating the vehicle at the time of the collision, and an elderly family member described as the grandmother of the group. The bride's parents were among the surviving passengers who sustained injuries in the crash.
Initial police investigations suggest that driver fatigue may have played a role in the accident, with preliminary findings indicating the driver may have fallen asleep while behind the wheel. The seven injured passengers were transported to hospital facilities for medical treatment and observation.
Authorities have indicated that further investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash are ongoing. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about road safety, particularly during late-night travel following social gatherings.
