#Crime
Lanka grapples with surge in gun violence: 22 killed in underworld shootings
Sri Lanka is witnessing a troubling surge in gun violence, with 22 people killed in 27 shooting incidents since January 1, police reports...
BASL condemns extrajudicial killings, urges intervention into recent custodial deaths
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has strongly condemned extrajudicial killings, stating they are never a solution to rising criminal activity. In...
Latest crime wave could have a negative impact on tourism industry
At a time when Sri Lanka’s tourism sector is currently experiencing rapid growth, the escalation of crime in recent weeks is directly affecting...
‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder: Gunman recruited via Facebook, says Police
The gunman involved in the murder of underworld figure and drug trafficker “Ganemulla Sanjeewa” was recruited by criminals through Facebook, Police Media Spokesperson...
Opposition Leader warns Govt over recent crime wave
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has raised serious concerns about the alarming increase in violent crimes across the country. Speaking in Parliament today, Premadasa...
Kotahena shooting suspects killed by police in shootout
The two suspects arrested in connection with the shooting at Galpoththa Junction, Kotahena yesterday have been shot dead by police. According to Police...
Gunman disguised as lawyer shot “Ganemulla Sanjeewa” – Police
Police have confirmed that the gunman responsible for the fatal shooting of organized crime figure, Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, also known as “Ganemulla Sanjeewa,”...
Deputy Public Security Minister evades questions on national security after court shooting
Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala evaded journalists when he was questioned about national security concerns after the assassination of a notorious...
