Motorcyclist dies after collision with three-wheeler near Athurugiriya

A 38-year-old motorcyclist has died after a collision with a three-wheeler in Habarakada on the Athurugiriya-Godagama Road. Police said the crash happened on the evening of November 9.

The rider, a resident of Artigala, was travelling towards Godagama. The three-wheeler was moving in the same direction when the collision occurred, according to the police account.

The injured motorcyclist was taken to Homagama Hospital, where he died from his injuries. Police said the three-wheeler's driver had been arrested.

Athurugiriya Police are investigating the circumstances. An arrest is not a finding of guilt, and the available report does not establish a court outcome or a final determination of responsibility for the crash.