In earlier bomb blasts in Colombo, however the LTTE cadres and their accomplices were later, traced with the help of identity cards found at the scene, or, through registration numbers of the vehicles involved. Police said they are working on more clues but refused to divulge details. Fifteen police teams have been deployed. According to the report of the Judicial Medical officer, Colombo the suicide bomber was around the age group of 30-40, Police said. The identification of the suicide bomber and the place where he had been resident have not been established.
Police seek public assistance to identify the suicide bomber.