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A 13-year-old boy lost his life in a tragic road accident on the Udawalawe–Thanamalwila road. The incident occurred when a lorry, heading from Barial Junction to Thanamalwila, hit the child who was walking near the roadside. He suffered serious injuries and unfortunately passed away after being taken to the Udawalawe Hospital, according to police reports. The lorry driver has been arrested in relation to the accident. The Udawalawe Police are continuing their investigation into the matter.