Friday, December 26, 2008

27 Tamil civilians arrive at Omanthai Entry/Exit point

(defence.lk)Another group of Tamil civilians who were able to escape from non-liberated areas in Oddusudan, Mullaittivu have arrived at the Omanthai Entry/Exit point in Vavuniya yesterday (Dec 25).

According to the military sources, 27 Tamil civilians including 7 children have reached to security forces controlled area seeking safety for their lives Thursday morning. 10 males and 10 females are also among the group of escapees.

"Unable to resist the military attacks LTTE terrorists are forcibly holding civilians," one of the escapees said.

The escapees have been directed to the welfare centers established in the area after providing them with food, medical treatments and other necessities.