Three people were killed in separate motorcycle accidents in Meegoda, Nochchiyagama and Wadduwa, Police said.

In Meegoda, a 54-year-old police constable attached to the Borella Police Station died after his motorcycle veered off the Godagama–Padukka Road in Liyanwala and crashed into a wall. The Homagama resident died while receiving treatment at the Homagama Hospital.

In Nochchiyagama, a 53-year-old motorcyclist died after losing control of his motorcycle on the Nochchiyagama–Kukulkatuwa Road and crashing into a culvert post. A pillion rider was also injured and admitted to hospital.

Meanwhile, a 26-year-old man from Waskaduwa was killed in an accident on the Colombo–Galle main road in Pothupitiya, Wadduwa. Police said his motorcycle collided with another motorcycle while attempting to overtake before crashing into an oncoming car.

Police in the respective areas are conducting further investigations. (Newswire)

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CCTV footage has surfaced showing a swift motorcycle theft carried out in seconds, though the area remains unknown.

The video captures a man wearing a helmet approaching a parked motorcycle. Within moments, he is seen hot‑wiring the vehicle and riding off. 

Another individual follows closely behind on a separate motorcycle, appearing to assist in the getaway.

The robbery, executed in a matter of seconds, highlights the growing concern over motorcycle thefts, which have been reported at increasing levels across Sri Lanka in recent months. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka Police have cautioned young riders against overspeeding on lightweight Indian motorcycles, warning that the practice has led to a rise in accidents.

Addressing the media, DIG W.P.J. Senadheera, in charge of the Police Traffic Control and Road Safety Division, said these motorcycles were introduced as an affordable option to meet public transport needs such as commuting to work, travelling to town, and dropping children at school. 

However, he noted that many youths, including those below or just above 18 years of age, are now using them for high‑speed riding.

“These bikes are light in weight and fuel‑efficient, but when ridden at extreme speed and suddenly braked, they lose control. Unlike heavier Japanese motorcycles with stronger braking systems, Indian bikes tend to skid or fail to respond at high speed,” DIG Senadheera explained.

Police have received complaints of accidents caused by overspeeding and sudden braking, where riders were thrown off the motorcycle and run over by oncoming vehicles. 

DIG Senadheera stressed that these motorcycles were not intended for racing or stunts such as wheeling.

He urged young riders to refrain from dangerous riding practices, emphasizing that the vehicles were introduced to ease transport needs, not to encourage reckless behavior. (Newswire)

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Police have arrested five young motorcyclists for riding without helmets and in a reckless manner on by‑roads near Almarjani School in the Sammanthurai Police Division on July 31.

According to the Police, investigations began after video footage surfaced showing the suspects riding motorcycles in a way that harassed children arriving for tuition classes that evening. Using the footage, police identified the motorcycles and made arrests.

In addition, eight motorcycles linked to the incident were traced and seized over the past three days. The suspects, aged 19 to 21, are residents of the same area.

Police said the five suspects, along with the seized motorcycles, were produced before the Magistrate’s Court today (03). Further investigations are underway to enforce the law against all identified riders involved in the incident. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka Police have urged parents to remain vigilant when handing over vehicles to young teenagers, highlighting the rising number of accidents linked to overspeeding and reckless driving.

Police Spokesman ASP F.U. Wootler, speaking to the media, said that a majority of recent accidents involve youngsters, with overspeeding identified as a key cause.

He further emphasized that any parent who provides a vehicle to a young teenager must take responsibility for the consequences.

ASP Wootler added that laws alone cannot address the issue of overspeeding and reckless driving, stressing that parents must pay closer attention to this matter. (Newswire)

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Sammanthurai Police have arrested six suspect riders and seized eight motorcycles linked to a viral social media video showing a group riding recklessly on a highway without protective helmets.

According to the Police, the arrests were made yesterday (14), after investigations led by the Officer‑in‑Charge of the Sammanthurai Police Station identified the road as falling within the division.

Police said further inquiries revealed the motorcycles had been ridden in this manner on July 11, 2026. 

The suspects, along with the seized motorcycles, are scheduled to be produced before the Sammanthurai Magistrate’s Court today (15).

Investigations are continuing under the Sammanthurai Police Station. (Newswire)

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A 25‑year‑old resident of Hokandara was arrested on Monday (29) after Police seized five high‑powered motorcycles and two counterfeit number plates during a raid in the Athurugiriya Police Division.

According to the Police, the operation was carried out at noon in the Hokandara area by a team from the Homagama Divisional Crime Investigation Unit, acting on information received. 

The suspect and the seized items were handed over to the Athurugiriya Police Station. Further investigations are underway into the case. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka Police have warned that motorcyclists causing public nuisance during the upcoming Poson festival will be arrested, particularly those riding in groups with modified silencers that produce excessive noise.

Head of the Traffic and Road Safety Range, DIG W.P.J. Senadheera said special traffic operations have been instructed to take into custody motorcycles fitted with loud modified exhaust systems. 

He emphasized that riders of such vehicles will be arrested under the Motor Traffic Law.

DIG Senadheera cautioned youngsters to refrain from using modified vehicles and noted that investigations will also target individuals and garage owners involved in making such modifications. 

Police said those aiding and abetting motorcyclists in altering vehicles will face arrest.

The directive comes after incidents during the Vesak festival where groups of young motorcyclists were seen violating road rules and causing severe inconvenience to the public. 

DIG Senadheera said strict enforcement will be carried out during Poson to ensure public safety and order. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka Police have announced that strict legal measures will be taken against drivers operating vehicles fitted with modified silencers that produce excessive noise on public roads.

Head of the Traffic and Road Safety Range for the Sri Lanka Police, Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) W.P.J. Senadheera stated that the Police will take into custody such vehicles. 

He further said that drivers of such vehicles will also be subjected to drug tests in the future.

DIG Senadheera added that a report will be obtained from the Motor Traffic Department, after which a case will be filed at court. 

“People are seen purchasing motorcycles for stunts and other activities, instead of personal use. Both motorcycles and three-wheelers are fixed with modified silencers and cause public nuisance, especially during festive season,” he said.

The move comes amid growing concerns over road safety and public disturbance caused by vehicles with altered exhaust systems. 

Warning that strict action will be enforced in the future, DIG Senadheera that the IGP has instructed relevant officials to take the necessary steps in this regard. (Newswire)

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The Kadugannawa Police have arrested two youths, aged 20 and 25, on Wednesday (10) following a violent clash with a bus driver in Mawanella that led to a motorcycle being dragged under a bus.

According to the Police, the incident, video of which was widely circulated on social media, initially appeared to show a bus running over a motorcycle.

However, Police investigations revealed that the motorcyclist and pillion rider had chased the bus after an argument with the driver, blocked it near Henawala Hospital, stopped their motorcycle, boarded the bus and assaulted the driver.

As the driver attempted to move the bus forward in distress, the motorcycle was pulled under the vehicle, resulting in the accident. Around 60 passengers were inside the bus at the time.

Police recorded statements from the assaulted driver and referred him for medical treatment. 

The two suspects, residents of Ambepussa and Mahawela, were taken into custody and subjected to drug testing at the Kandy National Hospital, after which they are scheduled to appear before the court. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka Police have rejected claims that the Special Task Force (STF) is receiving motorcycles from Avant Garde.

In a statement, the Police clarified that social media claims alleging Avant Garde Company is providing 50 motorcycles with 450cc engine capacity free of charge, along with maintenance for the next 15 years, are “completely false and baseless.” 

The Police stressed that no such arrangement exists and urged the public not to be misled by inaccurate information circulating online. (Newswire)

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The Ahangama Police have taken legal action against nine foreigners who were riding motorcycles without valid driving licenses.

These individuals, who had arrived on tourist visas, were examined yesterday in front of the Ahangama Police.

The group of foreigners is scheduled to be produced before the Galle Magistrate’s Court today for further legal proceedings. (Newswire)

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Kandy Police say four youths have been arrested along with two high-powered motorcycles they are accused of stealing while the Kandy Court Complex was submerged during recent flooding. 

The motorcycles had been held as case evidence at the time of the theft.

According to the Lankadeepa newspaper, the theft had taken place when the Kandy Court Complex was flooded after the opening of the sluice gates of the Kotmale Reservoir on 27 November 2025. 

The Kandy Police said the suspects had loaded two motorcycles, one with a 1000cc engine and another with a 600cc engine, from the rear area of the court complex.

The suspects were arrested following a probe launched into a complaint that had been filed by the Kandy Court Registrar with regard to the theft. 

They were arrested from the Kandy, Getembe Kiribathkumbura, and Mawanella areas. (Newswire)

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Two suspects linked to the theft of two motorcycles have been arrested during a police operation conducted in the Weliweriya Police Division on Sunday (07). 

Officers attached to the Negombo Division Crime Investigation Unit carried out a raid based on a tip-off and apprehended the suspects in the Seeduwa area.

The arrested individuals, aged 21 and 25, are residents of Thoduwawa and Weliweriya. The stolen motorcycles were recovered and taken into police custody. 

The suspects have been handed over to the Seeduwa Police, who are conducting further investigations into the theft. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka Police report a noticeable increase in motorcycle and three-wheeler thefts across Colombo city and the wider Western Province in recent days.

According to Police Spokesman, ASP Wootler, a significant number of complaints have been received regarding vehicles stolen while parked along public roads.

He further said that a total of 10 motorcycles and 3 three-wheelers were reported stolen within the province on November 8 and 9.

ASP Wootler said that in response, special investigation teams have been deployed to probe the incidents. (Newswire)

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Two suspects wanted over the robbery of several moped motorcycles have been arrested by the Ambalantota Police.

According to the Police, the suspects are aged 26 and 42, and are residents of Wellawaya.

The Police have seized 10 moped motorcycles that had been stolen from the Ambalantota, Hungama, and Tissamaharama Police Divisions. 

The Ambalantota Police is conducting further investigations. (Newswire)

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A 47-year-old suspect wanted over the robberies of several three-wheelers and motorcycles has been arrested and placed under detention until tomorrow (27 Mar).

According to the Police, the suspect was arrested with 5.2 grams of ICE following a raid conducted at Kuliyapitiya Town last Thursday.

During the raid, the Police were able to recover 13 three-wheelers and 07 motorcycles that had been stolen from the Kuliyapitiya, Kurunegala, Narammala, Polgahawela, Alawwa, and Marawila Police areas.

The suspect, a resident of Narammala, was produced before the Kuliyapitiya Magistrate’s Court, after which he was placed under detention.

He will be produced before the Kuliyapitiya Magistrate’s Court once again tomorrow. (Newswire/ File pic)

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Two suspects have been arrested in the Madampe area for the robbery of motorcycles.

The Police said the suspects aged 27 and 31 years old were arrested at the Galhitiya Junction and Issanmadilla area based on a tip-off. 

Interrogations of the suspect had led to the Police finding two motorcycles that had been stolen from the Hettipola and Kuliyapitiya areas, as well as one motorcycle without a number plate.

The suspects were arrested as part of the Sri Lanka Police’s ongoing operations to curtail crimes and drug operations in the country. (Newswire)

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The motorcycle used in the shooting incident reported yesterday in the Kalubowila area, targeting a vehicle spare parts store, has been found by the Kohuwala Police.

Two gunmen on a motorcycle opened fire near the Buddhagosha Maha Vidyalaya on Hospital Road in Kalubowila last afternoon, while no casualties or injuries were reported in the incident. 

The Police said the motorcycle, a scooter, used in the shooting was found abandoned near the Maharagama Road sign board on the Peliyagoda- Kesbewa alternative road. 

The motorcycle was found to be fitted with two fake number plates, while the chassis and engine numbers had also been erased. (Newswire)

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An 18-year-old boy has died in an accident between a motorcycle and a tipper truck at the Weligampitiya Junction in the Kandana area this afternoon.

The Police said three persons without helmets had been travelling on the motorcycle at the time of the incident.

The motorcycle which had plied from Weligampitiya to the Colombo- Negombo Road had failed to heed the orders of the Police to stop and had proceeded to the main road from the Weligampitiya Junction.

At the time, a tipper truck that was travelling from Negombo had collided with the motorcycle.

The pillion riders of the motorcycle, which had been travelling without a back licence plate number, had fled the area following the accident.

The rider of the motorcycle, an 18-year-old resident of Weligampitiya, had died in the accident. The Kandana Police is conducting investigations into the incident. (Newswire)

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