A fisherman has been reported missing following a collision between a fishing boat and a ship off the coast of Trincomalee, police said.
According to authorities, the incident occurred approximately six nautical miles off the Trincomalee coastline.
Several fishermen who sustained injuries in the collision have been admitted to the Trincomalee General Hospital for treatment.
Search and rescue operations are currently underway to locate the missing fisherman, while investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident are continuing.
