Notable People Killed
- Lt. Col. Dr. Rex De Costa, MBE, CAVF - former Commanding officer, Ruhunu Regiment and Vice President, World Veterans Federation
- Maj. Noel Weerakoon, CA - RMA Sandhurst and Ceylon Army cricketer
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