Why is this happening (English)

Four police constables from the Wadduwa Police Station were arrested this afternoon (12) for allegedly assaulting a person who was apprehended and later died after vomiting blood at home, following his release on police bail.

The arrests were made by officers from the Panadura Divisional Crimes Investigation Division, following an investigation conducted under the guidance of the Panadura SSP, the police confirmed.

The constables will be presented before the Panadura Magistrate’s Court tomorrow (13).

To facilitate disciplinary action, the four constables have been interdicted, as stated by the Police Spokesman.

The investigation was initiated by the Office of the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Panadura, after a complaint was filed that a father-of-one, arrested by the Wadduwa Police, died after being hospitalized for vomiting blood at home following his release on bail.

The deceased, R.M. Samitha Dilshan, a 24-year-old father of one from the Thalpitiya area in Wadduwa, passed away under these circumstances. Police reported that he was arrested by the Wadduwa Police in connection with a vehicle accident, detained for several hours, and then released on bail.

It is reported that he was hospitalized after vomiting blood at home, later succumbing to his injuries while being treated at Panadura Hospital. The investigation was launched after the deceased’s wife, Roshini Lakmali, lodged a complaint with the Panadura SSP’s office.

A hospital spokesperson confirmed that the body of the deceased has been placed at Panadura Base Hospital for a post-mortem examination.

The Wadduwa Police had previously stated that two individuals, including the deceased, were seen riding a motorcycle with visible injuries while crime division officers were conducting mobile patrols. The police alleged that, due to their injuries, the two were arrested on suspicion of committing a crime and attempting to flee.

After being detained for several hours, they were later released and handed over to their family members for medical treatment, according to the police.

In reaction to the incident, residents of Thalpitiya staged a protest outside the Wadduwa Police Station last night (11), escalating the situation. Officers from nearby stations, including Bandaragama, Pinwatta, Moronthuduwa, and Hirana, were called in to restore order.

The Acting IGP has instructed the Panadura Crimes Investigation Division to investigate the death of a man from Wadduwa, who reportedly passed away after being granted police bail.

Around 40 individuals gathered outside the Wadduwa Police Station last night, protesting against the police, accusing them of assaulting and causing the death of a father of one.

The deceased, a resident of Thalpitiya, Wadduwa, allegedly died after vomiting blood following his release on bail.

Residents assembled outside the police station, demanding justice for the victim and his family.

To handle the situation, a team of officers was called in from nearby stations, including Bandaragama, Pinwatta, Moronthuduwa, and Hirana.

Police Spokesman SSP Buddhika Manathunga confirmed that the Acting IGP had directed the Panadura SSP to begin an investigation.

He also mentioned that a post-mortem will be performed today, and if forensic evidence proves the victim was beaten inside the police station, stringent action will be taken against the officers involved.

MP Namal Rajapaksa, in a post on his X account, claimed that the Krish deal case exposes the failure of the current government and assured that the truth will soon prevail.

He stated that he recently learned from media reports that the Attorney General had filed an indictment against him. According to Rajapaksa, the matter was initially investigated during the Yahapalana government and referred to the Attorney General eight years ago.

Accusing the Malima government of launching a political witch hunt against the Rajapaksa family, he expressed confidence in the judiciary and trust that justice would prevail.

Furthermore, he alleged that the National People’s Power government is fabricating charges against his family to divert public attention from their governance failures.

A Pirith chanting ceremony was held last night (27) at the official residence of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa in Wijerama.

During the Cabinet press conference today (28), Cabinet Media Spokesperson, Minister of Health and Mass Media Nalinda Jayatissa, addressed questions regarding Mahinda Rajapaksa’s recent statement about leaving the residence.

Commenting on Rajapaksa’s remark that he would vacate the house if given written notice, Minister Jayatissa emphasized the importance of upholding moral standards. He noted that while there are “many methods to remove demons” from official residences, it would be more dignified for Rajapaksa to leave voluntarily, without bargaining over formal notices.

Responding to a journalist’s question, the Minister said:
“If you are living in a government house, dependent on the government, and say you’ll leave only if you receive a letter, it reflects poorly on morality. These individuals are not ordinary citizens; they are former presidents. It is not appropriate to reduce such matters to petty bargaining. Holding on to such positions like demons unwilling to leave is unbecoming. While there are ways to remove demons, maintaining morality is far better.”

The Attorney General has filed an indictment against Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa for criminal misappropriation of Rs. 70 million related to the Krish transaction.

The indictment, submitted to the Colombo High Court, alleges that Namal Rajapaksa misappropriated funds from an Indian company under the pretense of promoting the game of rugby.

The Police Financial Crimes Investigation Division had previously presented the case to the Fort Magistrate’s Court. Namal Rajapaksa was arrested as a suspect, produced before the court, and subsequently released on bail.