414 people arrested on Thursday (20) for violating quarantine regulations
414 people arrested on Thursday (20) for violating quarantine regulations
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COLOMBO (News 1st); 414 people were arrested on Thursday (20) for failing to wear face masks and to follow the quarantine rules and regulations.
In total 11,320 people arrested by Sri Lanka Police for the aforementioned offenses from the 30th of October 2020, said Police Spokesperson DIG Ajith Rohana on Friday (21).
Sri Lanka Police also conducted a special operation in the Western Province on Thursday (20) and 9,265 people were inspected on their compliance with the quarantine rules and regulations.
2,590 people were admonished by Sri Lanka Police for failing to wear the face mask in a proper manner while 94 people were arrested and enlarged on bail for failing to wear the face mask.
SJB protests against Port City Bill
SJB protests against Port City Bill
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COLOMBO (News 1st); The Samagi Jana Balavegaya staged a silent protest opposite Parliament on Thursday (20) morning against the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Bill.
Protestors were seen setting fire to the bill, calling it a threat to the country’s sovereignty.
Sri Lanka Police visiting the location informed the protestors that they cannot engage in such activities as it is against the existing regulations impose to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
SJB MPs alleged the government is attempting to secure the passage of the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Bill using the prevailing pandemic situation.
Minister admits investigations into April Attacks were incomplete
Minister admits investigations into April Attacks were incomplete
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COLOMBO (News 1st); There are delays in filing cases against those involved in terrorism as investigations must take place strategically ensuring those accountable don’t use loopholes to evade the law, Public Security Minister Rear Admiral (Retd) Dr. Sarath Weerasekara told Parliament on Wednesday (19).
“If cases were filed against the suspect immediately, their (suspects) talented counsel will use loopholes to secure their release. That is why there is a delay in investigations in order to cover all bases,” said the Public Security Minister.
Development Officer assaulted after distributing relief packages to isolated areas
Development Officer assaulted after distributing relief packages to isolated areas
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COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Police is investigating an assault of a Development Officer in Hedigama, Piliyandala.
Police Spokesperson DIG Ajith Rohana speaking to News 1st said a female Development Officer attached to the Kesbewa Divisional Secretariat was assaulted by a motorcyclist on Sunday (16) evening.
“A special police team was deployed to conduct investigations and the development officer-in-charge of the Delthara (West) Grama Niladhara Division and was involved in providing the Rs. 5000/- relief packages to the people living in the area which is currently placed in isolation,” said the Police Spokesperson.
253 people arrested for violating quarantine regulations on Friday (14)
253 people arrested for violating quarantine regulations on Friday (14)
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COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Police arrested 253 people on Friday (14) for the violation of quarantine rules and regulations.
9,282 people were arrested for the violation of quarantine rules and regulations since the 30th of October 2021, said Police Spokesperson DIG Ajith Rohana on Saturday (15).
Sri Lanka Police carried out a special operations at 14 Exit and Entry points of the Western Province and inspected 1,967 vehicles including 3,634 passengers, who belong to essential services.
This operation will continue along with foot & mobile patrols across the country, said the Police Spokesperson.