News Today: Former IGP Arrested for Attacking Protestors

In a shocking turn of events, former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). The arrest, which took place yesterday afternoon at his residence, comes in connection with the violent attack on peaceful protestors during the Galle Face Aragalaya demonstrations.

This case has been under investigation for months, and Tennakoon was previously named as a suspect. The attack on protestors became one of the most controversial incidents during Sri Lanka’s political and economic turmoil, sparking nationwide outrage and international attention.

Prior to his arrest, Tennakoon filed an anticipatory bail application before the Fort Magistrate’s Court, seeking conditional bail and protection from arrest. However, Fort Magistrate Nilupuli Lankapura rejected the application, clearing the way for law enforcement to proceed with his detention.

According to legal experts, this arrest is a landmark development in Sri Lanka’s accountability efforts, as it signals that even senior law enforcement officials are not immune from justice. Civil rights groups have welcomed the move, stating that it sets a strong precedent in upholding democratic rights.

The case will continue before the courts in the coming weeks, with further investigations expected. For citizens who were part of the Aragalaya movement, this arrest is seen as a significant step toward justice and restoring faith in the rule of law.