Srilanka, July 7 -- Security forces have now brought the unrest at Negombo Prison under control.



A large number of Police and Special Task Force (STF) personnel have been deployed to maintain security at the prison.



However, female inmates continue to stage a protest, Prisons Media Spokesperson and Prisons Commissioner A.C. Gajanayake said.



Prisons Commissioner and Media Spokesperson Gajanayake stated this speaking to the media after inspecting the prison last night (06).



Meanwhile, 20 individuals who sustained serious injuries in the prison clashes have been transferred to the Colombo National Hospital for further treatment.



Hospital sources said that several of the injured remain in critical condition.



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