Fisherman swept away by wave

A 45-year-old fisherman was swept away by a wave while he was sitting on the beach.The incident has taken place at Wella in the Chilaw area.

The victim, one Anton Lakshman is a resident of Ambakadawila. Attempts to find the fisherman have failed. Chilaw Police have sought the assistance of the Sri Lanka Navy to find the missing fisherman. Meanwhile, Police have warned fisherman and visitors to be vigilant as the sea in the Chilaw area is extremely rough.