Two people were seriously injured after assailants travelling in a car opened fire at a residence in the Halpatota area of Baddegama, police said.
According to Police Media Spokesperson, the attackers opened fire using a T-56 firearm, injuring a man and a woman who were at the residence.
The injured were rushed to hospital for treatment.
Police said two teams have been deployed to investigate the shooting and identify those responsible.
Further investigations are underway.
