The youth, identified as Anushka Shehan, a resident of the Thiniyawala area, was reportedly confronted by four police officers on the night of April 6th. According to eyewitnesses and the victim’s family, the officers attempted to arrest Shehan, claiming he was riding a motorcycle under the influence of alcohol. However, Shehan denied being intoxicated and requested the officers to verify whether he had consumed alcohol. His mother alleged that despite this, the officers attempted to physically assault him. The situation escalated until local residents intervened, reportedly preventing further violence. During…
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