Three students injured in Borella school wall collapse

2026-02-12 - 07:59

Three 16 year old students were injured after a wall collapsed during renovation work at a school in Borella. According to reports, the incident happened when a backhoe machine engaged in renovation activities struck the wall, causing it to fall. At the time, the three students were at the school playground nearby and were trapped under the debris when the wall collapsed. They were rescued and admitted to the National Hospital of Colombo for treatment. Police stated that the condition of one student is serious and he is currently receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit. The 48 year old driver of the backhoe has been arrested. The machine is reported to belong to a work unit of the Colombo Municipal Council. Borella Police are conducting further investigations into the incident.