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Prison Torture Claims: 21-Year-Old Victim Reduced to Constant Falling After Brutal Beatings

December 16, 2024 Editor

In the Mawatwewa area of Anuradhapura, a 21-year-old man named Indika Kumara was arrested on suspicion of sexually abusing a woman. During his time in prison, prison officers have been beating him daily and have even inserted a stick into his anal passage. After being released on bail and returning home, he has now been reduced to a state of constant leg paralysis, unable to walk and frequently falling down. Prior to his imprisonment, he had no pre-existing medical conditions, and according to doctors, this medical condition has arisen solely…

“Human Rights Day Focuses on Torture Prevention and Legal Reforms to Uphold Justice in Sri Lanka”

December 11, 2024 Editor

On December 11, 2024, the Right to Life Human Rights Center celebrated International Human Rights Day with an impactful event themed “ CHANGE TO PROTECTION HUMAN RIGHTS” at BMICH TULIP Hall. The discussions highlighted critical issues like gender inequality, economic struggles, legal reforms, and transitional justice. With inspiring speakers, engaging discussions, and empowering moments like the book launches, we came together to advocate for a more just and equitable future for Sri Lanka. The commemorative gathering featured prominent human rights advocates and professionals who delivered insightful speeches, highlighting the importance…

Repealing Terror Act and Expanding Prisoner Rights: A Vision for Justice

December 11, 2024December 11, 2024 Editor

Alleged Police Misconduct: A Shocking Incident of Violence and Threats in Kalabada

December 9, 2024December 10, 2024 Editor

On November 21, 2024, around 7 PM, a person attended a party at a friend’s house in his area. After the party ended and everyone dispersed, a personal confrontation occurred between him and his friend. During this confrontation, the friend came with a machete intending to attack him. Madushaan took the machete and was walking home on the Kalabada Road when a person suddenly appeared in front of him, claiming to be from the police. Madushaan dropped the machete in his hand and raised his hands, at which point the…

Scrap Metal Collector Alleges Police Brutality in Bangama: Arrest, Assault, and Controversial Detention

December 5, 2024December 10, 2024 Editor

Chinthaka Prasad Abethunga, a scrap metal collector from Bangama, Akuressa, was reportedly arrested on November 25 while returning from work. According to his family, he was taken to the Bangama Police Station by three officers in a police jeep, with his wife later being informed that the arrest was related to a traffic case. On the morning of November 26, around 7:30 a.m., his wife and mother visited the police station to check on him. She claims to have witnessed the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) lying on her husband’s body as he…

Three Police Officers Suspended After Brutal Assault on Two Young Men

October 29, 2024October 29, 2024 Editor

A strong protest was recently held by local residents against the Pamunugama Police Station, opposing the cruel and inhumane assault on two young men who were detained without proper investigation regarding a gold chain theft. On the 24th, 24-year-old Nirash Madhushanka from Kapumgoda, Pamunugama, and 20-year-old Anton Dilshan from Seththapaduwa, Pamunugama, were assaulted by a group of Pamunugama police officers who arrived at their workplace. The officers arrested them and continued to beat them while en route to the police station and later at the Pamunugama Police Station while questioning…

Police Constable Remanded for Ragging Three Trainee Officers at Tissamaharama Station

October 28, 2024October 29, 2024 Editor

An incident of ragging where three trainee police officers were stripped naked has been reported from the Tissamaharama Police Station. Following an investigation into the incident, a police constable was arrested and produced before the court, where he was ordered to be held in remand custody until the 29th of this month. Investigations have revealed that this ragging incident took place at the bachelor officers’ quarters of the Tissamaharama Police Station. The suspect constable was arrested and produced before court on several charges. The three trainee police officers who were…

Key Discussions Held on Convention Against Torture Act

October 25, 2024October 25, 2024 Editor

October 25, 2024 – Colombo: A significant meeting took place today at Mirage Hotel, Colombo, to discuss updates on the Convention Against Torture Act. Participants gathered to review a recent study report, focusing on challenges and opportunities for progress under the Act. Prominent human rights advocate Basil Fernando, Chairperson of the Asian Human Rights Commission, shared his perspective on the Act’s origins, shedding light on its historical development and purpose. Adding to the discussions, lawyer Dulan Dissanayake outlined his approach to the study report, providing insights into how the findings…

Alleged Police Misconduct and Custodial Violence Against Three Brothers in Talpe

October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 Editor

M.A. Shehan Kumar, M. Gimhana Tarusha Kumar, and M.A. Samira are brothers living in the same house in the Talpe area. On June 8th, around 8:00 PM, while they were watching television, five officers in civilian clothes arrived and began assaulting Shehan Gayantha Kumar, the second child of the family. At this time, the eldest son questioned why his brother was being taken by the police, to which they responded it was due to an issue with a gas cylinder. The mother arrived home at this time and stated that…

Alleged Police Brutality in Midigama: Young Man Claims Assault and False Drug Charges

October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 Editor

D.Nipun Mahinsa, 23 years old, is a resident of Weligama. On 16th September 2024 at around 8.00 pm, he was staying with six other people at his relative’s house and playing cards for money. At that time, six police officers came and arrested all of them. All of them were taken to the Midigama Police Station and put in jail on the grounds that a ganja case would be filed against them. There, the officer named Saman Lal took the national identity card of the youth named Nipun Mahinsa and…