Dr. N.D.G. Gayantha, Head of the Psychology Unit at the Department of Philosophy, University of Kelaniya, has died in a tragic accident.
The accident occurred on the Central Expressway while he was returning from a trip to Nagadeepa, Jaffna, with his wife and three young children.
Gayantha was fatally injured when the van he was traveling in collided with the rear of a lorry.Â
The academic was 46 years old at the time of his passing.
His wife, three children, and two others sustained injuries and are currently receiving treatment at the Colombo National Hospital.
The accident took place last night (March 18) when the van, travelling from Kurunegala towards Mirigama, lost control and crashed into the lorry ahead, Police said.Â
Mirigama Police are conducting further investigations into the incident. (Islandnews)
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