Wattegama Police have rescued a girl, believed to be around four years old, who had been inhumanely assaulted and left abandoned in a deserted area along the Yatirawana road on Thursday (13).

The discovery was made following a tip received through the police emergency hotline. A team from the Wattegama Police rushed to the scene and took the child into custody.

Investigators suspect that the girl was left at the location around 7 am after being transported there in a three‑wheeler. CCTV footage is being examined to trace the vehicle believed to have brought her.

Police said the child is unable to provide any information about her family or place of residence. She has since been admitted to the Kandy National Hospital for medical care.

Further investigations into the incident are being carried out by the Wattegama Police. (Newswire)

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The Ministry of Labour has directed the Labour Department to conduct an urgent inquiry into a popular Kottu restaurant chain that has recently drawn public controversy over the assault of an employee. 

According to a ministry statement, Deputy Labour Minister Mahinda Jayasinghe has instructed officials to investigate allegations that employees were subjected to verbal and physical harassment by the individual claiming ownership of the chain.

The probe will also examine whether staff benefits and contributions to provident funds have been properly paid in line with labour laws. The chain, which operates 12 branches across the island, is expected to undergo collective inspections by labour officers.

Reports indicate that some outlets were closed in recent months. The Deputy Minister has asked officials to verify whether workers received legally due gratuities and other payments at the time of closure.

Labour officers are also tasked with recording employees’ views on workplace issues and industrial disputes.

The Deputy Minister has ordered that a comprehensive report covering all these matters be submitted to him by July 7. (Newswire)

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Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the assault on an Air Force officer near an ATM in Wadduwa, an incident that drew widespread attention on social media.

According to the Police, the attack occurred on June 22, in front of a bank branch ATM. 

Following investigations launched after a complaint was lodged, a team from the Wadduwa Police arrested the suspects yesterday (01).

The arrested individuals are residents of Pitugaldeniya, Kadigamuwa, and Atala. 

They are scheduled to be produced before the Panadura Magistrate’s Court today (02) for further legal proceedings. Further inquiries into the incident are continuing. (Newswire)

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Police have arrested five suspects aged 16 and 17 in connection with the assault of a youth near a Dansala in Malabe town on Poson Poya Day (29).

The arrests were made yesterday following a complaint lodged with the Malabe Police regarding a video circulating on social media that showed the youth being attacked with helmets, kicked, and punched. 

The suspects, residents of Kotalawala, Pattiyawatte Road, were taken into custody the same day.

Preliminary investigations revealed the incident stemmed from a dispute in a queue at a rice Dansala.

The victim had asked two individuals attempting to cut into the line to move to the end, which escalated into a violent confrontation.

The arrested suspects are scheduled to be produced before the Kaduwela Magistrate’s Court today (01). 

The Malabe Police said further investigations are underway to apprehend additional individuals involved in the assault. (Newswire)

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The owner of a popular Kottu restaurant chain in Sri Lanka, who was arrested earlier today (30), has been released on bail following his production before the Nugegoda Magistrate’s Court.

He was taken into custody by Maharagama Police in connection with CCTV footage that circulated widely on social media, showing him inhumanly assaulting an employee at one of his outlets.

According to the Police, the suspect was handed over to Maharagama Police this morning and later produced before court.

It is reported that the court released the suspect on two personal bails of Rs. 500,000 each.

The arrest and subsequent bail follow extensive investigations launched after the footage drew strong public criticism and prompted a special inquiry by Maharagama Police. (Newswire)

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The owner of a popular Kottu restaurant chain in Sri Lanka has been arrested in connection with the alleged assault of one of his employees.

The Police Media Unit said the suspect was arrested by the Maharagama Police today (30) and is scheduled to be produced before the Homagama Magistrate’s Court. 

The arrest follows extensive investigations into CCTV footage showing Wickramanayake verbally abusing and physically assaulting a worker inside one of his outlets.

The footage, which quickly spread across social media, drew widespread public attention and criticism. 

Soon after, the Police Department confirmed that the Maharagama Police had launched a special inquiry based on the video evidence.

Police investigations have revealed that the incident occurred on May 5. (Newswire)

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Police in Medawachchiya have arrested a 29‑year‑old resident in connection with a video circulated on social media showing a man entering a salon, attempting to extort money, and assaulting the owner.

A complaint on the incident was filed with the Medawachchiya Police Station on June 10. The assault had occurred on June 9 and was widely circulated online. 

Following investigations, officers arrested the suspect last evening and seized the sharp weapon allegedly used in the assault.

Police said inquiries revealed the attack was not linked to extortion but stemmed from a longstanding dispute between the suspect and the business owner.

The suspect is scheduled to be produced before the Medawachchiya Magistrate’s Court today (18).

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Two security officers attached to the Chilaw District General Hospital were injured last night (14) when three guards were attacked by two individuals attempting to forcibly enter the premises, it was reported.

According to Ada Derana, hospital officials said one of the suspects had arrived under the influence of alcohol with another person and tried to gain entry to visit a patient receiving residential treatment. 

When security staff intervened to prevent them, the assault took place. The injured officers are currently receiving treatment at the same hospital.

Following a complaint lodged by hospital authorities, Chilaw Police arrested the two suspects, aged 34 and 35, both residents of Karawita.

Police confirmed that further investigations into the incident are underway. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka Police has issued a clarification regarding false news circulating on social media and several websites, which alleged that a special investigation was underway against SI Prasanna of Mount Lavinia for giving electric shocks to a suspect in custody. 

Issuing a statement, The Police stated that no such investigation has been initiated and described the reports as fabricated.

The Police said, per a report from the Mount Lavinia Police, on Sunday (07), a team of officers including a Sub‑Inspector attached to the Badowita Police post arrested a resident of Badowita for possession of 10.150 grams of heroin.

The suspect was later referred to the Judicial Medical Officer at Kalubowila Teaching Hospital, where he claimed to have been assaulted by arresting officers. Following examination, the JMO admitted him for residential treatment under police protection.

On Monday (08), the Mount Lavinia Magistrate visited the hospital and conducted an inspection. During this process, the suspect stated to the Magistrate that he had not been assaulted by police officers. The Magistrate subsequently ordered that the suspect be detained for seven days to facilitate further investigations.

The Police pointed out that unverified information relating to this incident has been misrepresented online, resulting in the spread of false news. (Newswire)

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Several arrests have been made in connection with three separate assault incidents reported in estates in different parts of Sri Lanka, Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala told Parliament today (07).

Addressing Parliament, Minister Wijepala said on April 21, in the Neelagamam Division in Pelmadulla, 11 security officials had allegedly assaulted villagers during a dispute over an illegal construction. 

He said the security officers have been arrested and were produced in court, adding that the Police have taken necessary actions in this regard.   

Last night (06), at the Mokawatte Estate, the estate manager allegedly slapped his meals caretaker. He was arrested at 09.00 am today and is scheduled to be produced in court, he further revealed. 

Minister Wijepala went on to say that early this morning at 12.30 am at Delta Estate, Udupussellawa, Maskeliya, Nuwara Eliya, the deputy manager was arrested for allegedly assaulting a worker. 

The minister said that the arrested deputy estate manager too will be produced in court today.

“There is no attempt to brush away any such incidents. The law will be implemented equally to all,” Minister Wijepala stressed.

He made the remarks in response to questions raised by Opposition MPs Mano Ganesan and Jeevan Thondaman, who highlighted the continuous assaults on upcountry Tamils in various parts of Sri Lanka. 

Responding to Minister Wijepala’s briefing, MP Ganesan urged the minister and the government to convene a discussion to resolve the long‑standing issue. (Newswire)

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A motorcyclist arrested for assaulting another rider with a helmet in Kuliyapitiya recently has been identified as a registered criminal in Sri Lanka, the Police said. 

According to DIG W. P. J. Senadheera, who oversees Traffic Control and Road Safety, investigations revealed that the suspect is a resident of Kuliyapitiya. 

He was subjected to a drug test, during which further inquiries confirmed his criminal record.

DIG Senadheera said the suspect remains in custody, and the Police are continuing investigations into his background and involvement in the assault.

The suspect was arrested based on CCTV footage, which showed him striking another rider at the Kuliyapitiya Meegahakotuwa junction while travelling with a woman. (Newswire)

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After a viral video showed a motorcyclist assaulting another rider at the Kuliyapitiya –Meegahakotuwa junction, police have arrested the suspect using CCTV footage.

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— NewsWire (@NewsWireLK) March 19, 2026

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The High Commission of India in Colombo has denied allegations that Indian Navy or Coast Guard personnel were involved in an alleged incident of assault of Sri Lankan fishermen at sea on January 29, 2026.

The Indian mission said that investigations on their side confirmed no such assault had been carried out by Indian forces.

India reiterated its long-standing position that a humanitarian approach should be taken regarding fishermen’s livelihood issues and emphasized that force should never be used in such situations.

The statement added that India remains in contact with the Government of Sri Lanka on this matter. (Newswire)

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Six police officers attached to the Gampaha Divisional Crime Detection Bureau, who were arrested in connection with the alleged assault of a Catholic priest, were granted bail on Thursday.

The order was made when the case was taken up on Thursday (29) before the Gampaha Magistrate’s Court.

The magistrate ordered that each suspect be released on a surety bail of 500,000 Sri Lankan rupees and imposed a foreign travel ban on the officers.

During an earlier identification parade, the Catholic priest identified three of the arrested officers, stating that one of them had assaulted him while the other two were present at the scene.

The remaining officers were identified as having been nearby at the time of the incident.

The case is scheduled to be taken up again on April 30.‎ (Newswire)

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Negombo Police say a three‑wheeler driver has been arrested for allegedly assaulting a National People’s Power (NPP) municipal councillor of the Negombo Municipal Council. 

According to the Lankadeepa newspaper, the Police said the councillor, who also works as a technician at Sri Lanka Telecom, was travelling in a company cab when the three‑wheeler driver obstructed the road. 

The Police further said that a heated argument followed, during which the councillor was assaulted.

The victim is a 53‑year‑old resident of Maradana Road, Negombo, and is currently receiving treatment at the Negombo Hospital. (Newswire)

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Priests and nuns staged a silent protest in front of the Negombo Municipal Council today, condemning the recent assault of a catholic priest by six police officers from the Gampaha Division Crimes Investigation Unit’s motorcycle squad.

The protesting priest and nuns were seen holding placards condemning the assault. 

Meanwhile, it is reported that the six police officers have been suspended from service following the incident.

The priest, who serves as an assistant estate manager at a church-administered farm in Kotadeniyawa, was attacked while returning from a service at the Dippitigoda Church. He was reportedly travelling by motorcycle and dressed in full clerical attire at the time.

The suspects allegedly assaulted the priest and left him by the roadside. He was later admitted to the Negombo Hospital for treatment. 

The Police officers were arrested in connection with the incident and produced before the Gampaha Magistrate’s Court, during which they were ordered into custody until January 29, when an identification parade is scheduled to be held. (Newswire)

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Six police officers accused of assaulting a Catholic priest in Gampaha have been further remanded until January 29, 2026, following their appearance before the Gampaha Magistrate’s Court today (Jan. 26).

The court also ordered that an identification parade be held on the same date.

The officers, attached to the Gampaha Division Crimes Investigation Unit’s motorcycle patrol team, were arrested early Thursday (Jan. 25) in connection with the alleged assault.

According to reports, the priest, who serves as an assistant estate manager at a church-administered farm in Kotadeniyawa, was attacked while returning from a service at the Dippitigoda Church. He was reportedly travelling by motorcycle and dressed in full clerical attire at the time.

The suspects allegedly assaulted the priest and left him by the roadside. He was later admitted to the Negombo Hospital for treatment. (Newswire)

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A security manager at a prominent hotel in Colombo has been arrested for allegedly assaulting trainee hotel students, it was reported. 

The security manager was arrested yesterday after a complaint was filed at the Colombo Fort Police Station.

The arrest comes after video footage on social media showed the man slapping two trainees inside a room and addressing a group of trainees in an abusive manner. (Newswire)

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A 35-year-old bus conductor has been arrested in connection with the assault of an individual in the Galle Face area in Fort, of which a video has been widely circulated on social media.

According to the Police, the video shows a person being assaulted by a group using a wooden pole.

Investigations into the video have found that the assault was carried out by a conductor of a private passenger transport bus and another person, following a dispute over the bus ticket with a passenger who was travelling in the bus.

Accordingly, a team of officers from the Fort Police Station arrested the conductor of the relevant bus while at the Fort bus stand yesterday (03). The suspect is a 35-year-old resident of Panadura.

The arrested suspect, who was produced before the Fort Magistrate’s Court today (04), has been remanded until November 14. 

Further investigations are being carried out by the Fort Police. (Newswire)

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A Saudi national who is alleged to have assaulted and injured a flight attendant aboard a SriLankan Airlines aircraft has been sentenced to three months in prison after admitting guilt in court. 

However, Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today (03) suspended the sentence for five years.

The suspect was charged by airport police with three counts, including assault causing injury and intimidation. In addition to the prison sentence, a fine of Rs. 10,000 was imposed.

Presenting details of the incident, the airport police informed the court that the assault occurred on October 26 aboard a SriLankan Airlines flight travelling from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to the Katunayake Airport.

Investigating officers further stated that the flight attendant had instructed all passengers to fasten their seatbelts as the aircraft was preparing to land, but the suspect had disregarded the instruction, engaged in a verbal altercation with the attendant, and proceeded to physically assault her. (Newswire)

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