# police news (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover police news. Page: Feed: --- ## [“Police Cycling Tour 2026” to be held to mark the 160th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Police – Police Headquarters](https://www.police.lk/?p=26181) _2026-08-25 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ The Police Headquarters has organised the “Police Cycling Tour – 2026”, a cycling event being held for the first time to mark the 160th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Police, which falls on 03 September 2026. The event will be conducted on 01, 02 and 03 September 2026. The primary objective of this cycling event is to foster trust, mutual understanding and stronger relationships between the Sri… ## [Sri Lanka Police Arrest Lalith Kannangara Alias ‘Bus Lalith’, Suspect Linked to Organised Crime](https://www.police.lk/?p=26175) _2026-08-25 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ As another significant breakthrough in ongoing criminal investigations, Sri Lanka Police have arrested and brought back to the country Lalith Kannangara, alias ‘Bus Lalith’, a suspect allegedly involved in and directing organised criminal activities in Sri Lanka while residing overseas. The suspect, who had been hiding in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), was brought to Sri Lanka through the… ## [Avoid unsafe locations when parking](https://www.police.lk/?p=26167) _2026-08-25 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ Press conference ## [Undergraduate scholarships have been awarded to 11 children of police officers](https://www.police.lk/?p=26157) _2026-08-24 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ A scholarship award ceremony for the children of junior-ranking police officers who have qualified to pursue higher education was held on the evening of 20 August 2026 at Police Headquarters, under the patronage of the Inspector General of Police, Attorney-at-Law Mr. Priyantha Weerasooriya. The scholarships were awarded to children selected to pursue the Engineering and Navigation Cadet Officer… ## [Suspect Arrested with 18 Kilograms and 672 Grams of “Crystal methamphetamine”](https://www.police.lk/?p=26139) _2026-08-24 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ Acting on a tip-off, a team of officers from the Special Operations Unit of the Horana Police Special Task Force Headquarters conducted a raid in the Maswila area of the Bandaragama Police Division on 18.08.2026. During the operation, the officers arrested a suspect in possession of the suspected narcotics and subsequently handed him over to the Police Narcotics Bureau for further investigation.… ## [Three Chinese Nationals Wanted for Arrest](https://www.police.lk/?p=26071) _2026-08-22 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ If you have any information regarding their whereabouts, please inform the authorities immediately. The Colombo District Crime Division is conducting investigations to apprehend three additional Chinese nationals allegedly involved in an incident that occurred on 23.07.2026, in which three Chinese nationals staying in the Colombo Port City were assaulted, and one of them was abducted and… ## [Police Officers Who Rescued 11 Sailors at Sea Commended by Navy Commander](https://www.police.lk/?p=26061) _2026-08-22 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ Police officers who demonstrated exceptional courage and dedication in rescuing 11 sailors in the Angulana sea area were commended by the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy. The Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Angulana Police Station and a team of police officers who responded swiftly, despite challenging sea conditions, and rescued 11 sailors after the Sri Lanka Navy fast attack patrol boat P4447… ## [A Year of Dedicated Service by the “Police Seva Wanitha Unit”](https://www.police.lk/?p=26054) _2026-08-22 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ Welfare initiatives carried out for police officers and their families under the guidance of Inspector General of Police, Attorney-at-Law Priyantha Weerasuriya, Chairperson of the Police Seva Vanitha Unit, Attorney-at-Law Nilmini Nita Samaratunga, and the Working Committee Over the past year, the Police Seva Vanitha Unit has implemented a wide range of welfare initiatives aimed at supporting… ## [Temporary Procedure for Submitting Applications for Police Clearance Reports](https://www.police.lk/?p=25975) _2026-08-21 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ The Police Clearance Division of the Sri Lanka Police, located on the 17th floor of the Suhurupaya Building, Battaramulla, issues police clearance certificates to applicants. The application process, including the submission of applications, obtaining background reports, and issuing clearance certificates, is carried out through a computerized data system. However, this system has been inactive… ## [Temporary Suspension of Police Clearance Report Applications](https://www.police.lk/?p=25921) _2026-08-21 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ Police clearance certificates issued by the Sri Lanka Police are processed by the Clearance Division, located on the 17th floor of the Suhurupaya Building, Battaramulla. The application processing, obtaining of relevant reports, and printing of police clearance certificates are carried out through a computerized data system. However, this system has been inactive since 12:50 p.m. on 20 August… ## [Non-Custodial Crypto Gateway (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/pvqoh3ZpB7eK) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto, automated fee handling, and trustless escrow with real-time settlement. ## [Police Officers in Galle, Elpitiya, Matara and Tangalle Educated on Cybersecurity Risks](https://www.police.lk/?p=25909) _2026-08-19 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ The Police Information Technology Division, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (Sri Lanka CERT), conducted a series of cybersecurity awareness workshops for police officers serving in the Galle, Elpitiya, Matara and Tangalle Police Divisions in the Southern Province on 10, 11 and 12 August 2026. The workshop series was organized on the instructions of the… ## [Ranepura Devage Ranuka Eranda Wijethunga](https://www.police.lk/?p=25879) _2026-08-18 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ The Negombo High Court has sentenced a man to death for assaulting and murdering a woman residing in the Walpola area of the Ragama Police Division in 2019. The accused failed to appear before the court during the relevant trial proceedings. Accordingly, the case was proceeded with and the death sentence was imposed in accordance with the provisions of the Criminal Procedure Code. Following the… ## [Sri Lanka Police Arrest Suspected Organised Criminal Hiding Overseas](https://www.police.lk/?p=25872) _2026-08-18 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ Kankanamage Dimuthu Chathuranga Perera, alias “Samithpura Chathu,” who had fled Sri Lanka and was hiding in the Sultanate of Oman, and against whom a Red Notice had been issued, was brought back to Sri Lanka via Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake, in the early hours of today, 18.08.2026. The suspect is a 28-year-old resident of Mattakkuliya. The criminal allegations against the suspect… ## [Special Security and Traffic Arrangements During the Kandy Esala Perahera](https://www.police.lk/?p=25865) _2026-08-18 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ Press conference ## [Special Information Management System Introduced to Facilitate the Public Attending the 2026 Kandy Esala Perahera](https://www.police.lk/?p=25849) _2026-08-18 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ Special Information Management System Introduced to Facilitate the Public Attending the 2026 Kandy Esala Perahera The annual historic Kandy Esala Perahera will be held from 18.08.2026 to 28.08.2026 in and around the city of Kandy. The Sri Lanka Police has implemented a comprehensive special security programme to ensure the safety and convenience of the public and devotees attending the Perahera.… ## [Rescue of Drowning Person at Madiha Beach](https://www.police.lk/?p=25797) _2026-08-17 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ On the evening of 14 August 2026, a person who was swept out to sea at Madiha Beach, Matara, was rescued by officers of the Police Lifeguard Unit who were on duty at Polhena Beach. Immediately following the incident, the officers who arrived at the scene observed a person approximately 100 metres from the shore, raising his hand and calling for assistance. Chief Police Inspector Udayanga, Police… ## [Property Owners: Be Cautious & Vigilant!](https://www.police.lk/?p=25786) _2026-08-17 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ Press Conference ## [Enforcement of the Law Against Obstructing Bus Stops](https://www.police.lk/?p=25773) _2026-08-17 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ Bus drivers are frequently compelled to stop on the roadway because other vehicles are parked at designated bus stops intended for public transport buses to stop and for passengers to board and alight. This practice contributes to traffic congestion and poses a significant risk to the safety of passengers. With the introduction of wheelchair-accessible bus services for persons with disabilities,… ## [Kandy Historical Esala Perahera 2026 – Sri Lanka Police Security and Traffic Plan](https://www.police.lk/?p=25763) _2026-08-15 · Tharindu Withanage · SRI LANKA POLICE_ The annual historic Kandy Esala Perahera is scheduled to be held from 18 August to 28 August 2026 under the patronage of the State. The Kumbal Perahera will be held from 18 August to 22 August, while the Randoli Perahera will take place from 23 August to 27 August. The Esala Maha Perahera will conclude with the Day Perahera on 28 August 2026. The Sri Lanka Police will implement a comprehensive… ## [MANJUNATHA .R – DETAILS – VERIFIED](https://www.credopress.in/2026/08/03/manjunatha-r-details-verified/) _2026-08-03 · CREDOPRESS MEDIA PVT LTD · Credopress_ ## [Non-custodial Crypto Payments & Escrow (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/miuBLbG9CqnO) _2026-08-03 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto with trustless escrow, instant confirmations, and no KYC ## [Human Rights Leaders Call for Humanitarian Consideration in the Detention of 95-Year-Old Chairman Lee Man-hee](https://www.credopress.in/2026/07/31/human-rights-leaders-call-for-humanitarian-consideration-in-the-detention-of-95-year-old-chairman-lee-man-hee/) _2026-07-31 · CREDOPRESS MEDIA PVT LTD · Credopress_ A conference on “Protection of Human Rights and Religious Freedom” was held on June 30th at Vellore, bringing together human rights advocates, social leaders, and activists to discuss the importance of safeguarding fundamental human rights and ensuring religious freedom for all. The conference focused on the humanitarian concerns surrounding the detention of 95-year-old Chairman Lee Man-hee, with… ## [S. 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Yes.. After the stampede that took place at the Chinnaswamy Stadium after winning the IPL tournament last year, the organization of cricket matches at the stadium was… ## [Two Inter-State Thieves Arrested for Laptop Thefts in Bengaluru PGs: 48 Laptops Worth ₹40 Lakh Recovered](https://www.credopress.in/2026/01/06/two-inter-state-thieves-arrested-for-laptop-thefts-in-bengaluru-pgs-48-laptops-worth-%e2%82%b940-lakh-recovered/) _2026-01-06 · CREDOPRESS MEDIA PVT LTD · Credopress_ In a major breakthrough, the Electronic City Police have arrested two individuals from Tamil Nadu involved in a massive laptop theft racket targeting Paying Guest accommodations. The police have recovered 48 laptops of various brands, estimated to be worth ₹40 lakh.The investigation began following a complaint filed on December 1, 2025. A resident of a PG on Abbayya Street, Doddathogur, reported…