What Happened
In 1996, mass graves were discovered at Chemmani containing bodies of Tamils killed by security forces. Following the Krishanthi Kumaraswamy case, a convicted soldier confessed about mass graves in Chemmani where 300-400 bodies were buried. The graves were dug under supervision of Judge Ilancheliyan and Prof. Neriyella from Ruhunu University. The first excavation unearthed 11 skeletons, forensic investigation estimated ages from 16 to 35 years. Before the second digging, people were banned from the area and military vehicle movements were noticed at night. The second excavation uncovered 6 more bodies. Investigations were then halted and no further progress has been made.
Perpetrators
Sri Lankan Army
Sources & References
- NESOHR - Lest We Forget Volume I