The Army and the STF have taken control of the Puttalam Police station from last night. The Army has also taken control of the whole town after violent clashes erupted last night which resulted in the death of a 23 year old Police constable. All police officers in the area have been called in to the police station and are given heavy protection by the Army and the STF. No policemen have been stationed on duty around the area.
DM/Priyankara Jayasingha
