Woman Remanded For Entering Court With Fake Gun

COLOMBO (News 1st); A woman who attempted to enter the Avissawella court premises with a fake firearm has been remanded until November 4, following her appearance before the magistrate earlier today.

The suspect was apprehended yesterday (27) afternoon during routine security checks at the court entrance. 

Officers discovered the imitation weapon concealed in her handbag, raising immediate concern.

According to police, the woman, a resident of East Netolpitiya, had arrived at court to attend a traffic-related hearing. 

Her motives for carrying the fake firearm remain under investigation.