#PoliceAccountability

Suspects in Kotahena Shooting Killed in Police Custody, Raising Concerns of Extrajudicial Killings

February 22, 2025 Editor

Two suspects arrested in connection with the fatal shooting in Kotahena were killed in police custody under controversial circumstances, raising concerns over extrajudicial killings and the legality of police actions. According to the Police Media Spokesperson SSP Buddhika Manathunga, the two individuals were arrested by Grandpass Police last night while fleeing the crime scene on a motorcycle. They were allegedly in possession of a T56 firearm, which was reportedly used in the murder of 38-year-old Shashi Kumar. The victim was shot inside a mobile phone accessories shop at Galpoththa Junction,…

Four Senior Police Officers Face Court Over Brutal Custody Torture in Malimbada

February 5, 2025February 5, 2025 Editor

Four police officers, including inspectors from the Malimbada Police Station, have been arrested and presented with indictments at the Matara High Court for allegedly brutally and inhumanely assaulting a young man who was taken into custody four years ago. The High Court Judge has ordered the police to release them on strict bail conditions and to appear again on the 28th. The case involves the arrest and cruel assault of 27-year-old Dilshan Madushanka, who was detained for six days at both Malimbada and Matara police stations based on false intelligence…

Police Brutality Allegations Surface at Mawanella Police Station: Innocent Man Assaulted and Threatened.

January 22, 2025January 22, 2025 Editor

On January 11th, when Mr. Piyantha Anura Bandara was waiting near the bus stop to visit his son’s house in Kondeniya, three individuals approached him and threatened him, demanding he hand over two bags they claimed he had stolen. At that moment, he stated that he hadn’t stolen anything and asked to be taken to the police. These individuals then took him to the Mawanella Police Station in a three-wheeler. After arriving at the police station, when one officer was taking him upstairs, another officer who was present asked why…