Diver killed in crocodile attack in Dehiwala beach
Posted by Editor on January 3, 2022 - 1:45 pm
A 57-year-old man, who was diving in the seas off Dehiwala has died following an attack by a crocodile, said Sri Lanka Police.
Dr. Rukshan Bellana, the Director of the Kalubowila Teaching Hospital said that the deceased was identified as a 57-year-old male.
He was a diver engaged in catching ornamental fish.
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