The driver of a cement truck involved in a fatal multi-vehicle accident in Akurana this morning (19) has been arrested by Alawathugoda Police.
At least four people were killed and eight others injured when the cement truck collided with several vehicles and pedestrians near Kurugoda Junction along the Kandy–Matale main road.
According to police, the accident occurred when the cement truck reportedly lost control and crashed into multiple vehicles and pedestrians travelling along the road.
The collision involved around eight vehicles, including three-wheelers, lorries and motorcycles. Several pedestrians were also struck by the truck, causing multiple casualties.
Police confirmed that the four fatalities included one woman and three men.
The eight injured individuals were admitted to Akurana Hospital, where they are receiving medical treatment.
The accident caused significant traffic congestion in the surrounding area as emergency responders and police attended the scene.
The driver was subsequently taken into custody by Alawathugoda Police in connection with the incident.
Police are conducting further investigations to determine the circumstances that led to the fatal collision.