The Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Crimes Division of Homagama Police, who was interdicted following the death of a suspect in police custody, has been arrested.
The arrest was made by officers of the Western Province South Crime Investigation Division in connection with the ongoing investigation into the custodial death.
The incident involves the death of Ishara Harshana, a young man who died while in the custody of Homagama Police.
The death has raised serious concerns over the treatment of suspects in police custody, with calls for an independent and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa had also called for an independent investigation, stressing that police officers have a responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals in their custody.
Further investigations into the death are underway.(Newswire)