Puthukkudiyiruppu Claymore attack (2008)

October 6, 2008
Puthukkudiyiruppu, Mullaitivu
Claymore attack
3 +
Killed
6
Injured

What Happened

Three civilians were killed and six wounded Monday morning around 10:00 when Sri Lanka Army (SLA) Deep Penetration Unit (DPU) launched a Claymore attack targeting a civilian bus on Pu'liyangku'lam - Puthukkudiyiruppu road in Vanni, Tamileelam Police said. The wounded were rushed to Puthukkudiyiruppu hospital, according to initial details.

Perpetrators

Sri Lankan Army Deep Penetration Unit

Sources & References

  • https://www.tamilnet.com/art.html?catid=13&artid=27123