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Update: Two remanded over killing of eagle

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Two suspects arrested by Habaraduwa Police over an alleged incident where an eagle was brutally tortured and killed, have been remanded in custody till March 24 by the Galle Additional Magistrate. 

Images of the eagle along with several men who were allegedly involved in the act circulated widely on social media during the last several days. 

Police Media Unit said Habaraduwa Police launched an investigation after receiving information that those involved were from the area. Accordingly, it has been established that the incident had occurred near the Bambagala Bridge in Habaraduwa. 

Two suspects who were allegedly involved were arrested by police last night under provisions in the Flora and Fauna Protection Ordinance. 

The suspects, both aged 40 years, are residents of Nugaduwa, Galle. 

They are due to be produced before the Galle Magistrate's Court today. Several other suspects remain at large and Habaraduwa Police are conducting further investigations to arrest them. 

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