On information received from civilians, naval troops conducted a cordon and search operation in Suruvil, Velani in Kayts Island Sunday (29th April 2007) around 10.30 a.m.
Naval troops according to the information were ready to enter the "Amman Kovil/Puliyankadal" premises with the Kovil incumbent in Suruvil/Velani Sunday (29) around 10.30 a.m. When troops were ready to enter the Kovil, LTTE cadres opened fire from inside the Kovil.
Naval troops retaliated with small arms which resulted in two explosions. In the confrontation five (05) LTTE cadres who were inside the Kovil were killed including the LTTE leader in charge of Jaffna Islands and the deputy leader named Eelamaran and Udayan.
The incumbent of the Kovil was also killed in the crossfire.
Naval troops have recovered an improvised suicide device and following items during the search operation.
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T 56 SMG - 03
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9 MM Pistol - 01
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9 MM Pistol Magazine - 03
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Pouch - 01
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Cyanide Capsule - 02
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Hand Grenades - 07
A search operation is in progress in the area.
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