Four Police officers interdicted over torture case

February 5, 2025 at 9:22 AM

The Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasooriya has ordered the interdiction of four police officers in connection with a case filed over the alleged torture of a suspect in custody at the Malimbada Police Station in Matara.

The officers interdicted include the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of Weeraketiya Police Station, the Tangalle Crimes Division OIC, the Kamburupitiya Police Minor Offense Branch OIC, and a Sergeant attached to the Mount Lavinia Police Station, who are currently out on bail.

The case involves the alleged arrest, six-day detention, and torture of a young man, Dilshan Madhusankha.

The Attorney General filed indictments against the officers following an investigation by the Police Special Investigation Unit (SIU).

The Matara High Court recently granted bail to the officers, setting a cash bail of Rs. 25,000 each and two surety bonds of Rs. 5 million each. (Newswire)