It is reported that a novice named Theranam, who worked in a Pirivena located in Narangwala, Meeghawatta, fell into a well and died.
According to the information received by the Meeghawatta Police, investigations have been started and a 12-year-old layman has disappeared.
Due to the absence of the name in the temple, it was seen that it had fallen into the well.
It is said that although the name was recovered later, he had already passed away.
The Meeghawatta Police is conducting further investigations regarding the incident.