EXPLOSIONS IN COLOMBO, SRI LANKA

 

On Sunday, 21 April 2019, at around 8.30 a.m. (local time) explosions were reported at several areas namely Kochikade Church, Katuwapitiya Church, Shangri-La Hotel, Cinnamon Grand Hotel and a church in Batticaloa in Colombo, Sri Lanka, which claimed the lives of at least 49 people.

 

As of 1.30 p.m. (Malaysian time), no Malaysians were reported to be among the fatalities.

 

Malaysia strongly condemns the attack and hopes that those responsible for this barbaric crime be brought to justice. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and families affected.

 

Malaysians in the vicinity of the area are advised to exercise caution, and monitor the latest developments from local news as well as local authorities.

 

The High Commission of Malaysia in Colombo, Sri Lanka is closely monitoring the situation and can be contacted at:

 

Address:                  High Commission of Malaysia

                                 45, Rosmead Place

Colombo 07, Sri Lanka

 

Telephone No.:        00-(94) 11 755 7711 (office)/

00-(94) 76 677 4445 /

00-(94) 76 398 8777

 

Email:                      mwcolombo@kln.gov.my

 

 

 

PUTRAJAYA

21 April 2019