Two killed as double- cab plunges into precipice

A double- cab veered off the road and plunged into a precipice at Ambagasdowa in Uva Paranagama killing two passengers.

The deceased passengers were identified as R.d.madusanka and D. Krishantha Sanath, both residents of Galahagama. Investigations revealed that they were on their way from Ambagasdowa to Galagama when the mishap occurred.

The driver who received serious injuries was first admitted to the Uva Paranagama Hospital and later transferred in a critical condition to the Badulla General Hospital.

Uva Paranagama Police are conducting further investigations.