Inspector General of Police Priyantha Weerasooriya says that the Sri Lanka Police is currently facing a shortage of nearly 32,000 officers, with the service operating well below its required strength.
He made these remarks while attending a ceremony held this morning (30) to appreciate the contribution of fingerprint officers, crime analysis officers, and forensic photographers attached to the Criminal Investigation Department for their role in solving crimes.
Addressing the gathering, the IGP noted that 2,500 police officers are due to retire this year, while a further 2,700 officers are expected to retire next year.
In light of the situation, he said that plans are underway to recruit 10,000 new officers to the Sri Lanka Police in the future. (NewsWire)