April 26, Colombo (LNW): Assistant Superintendent of Police Fredrick Wootler, who serves as the Police Media Spokesperson, left the country yesterday (25) to attend a high-level international conference hosted by INTERPOL in Lyon, France.
The event, titled the First Global Conference for Public Communication, is expected to bring together senior law enforcement officials and communication specialists from around the world. During the sessions, ASP Wootler is set to deliver a presentation focusing on Sri Lanka’s approach to maintaining public safety and coordinating welfare assistance during recent emergencies, including natural disasters and crisis situations.
According to police sources, his address will also touch on the evolving role of media units within law enforcement, particularly in managing misinformation and ensuring timely communication with the public during critical incidents.
Officials noted that his invitation to speak at the forum represents a notable first for Sri Lanka, as no previous Police Media Spokesperson from the country has been selected to deliver a dedicated presentation at a global policing event of this scale.
The conference is scheduled to run from April 28 to 30, 2026 in Lyon, where discussions are expected to centre on modern communication strategies, crisis response, and strengthening public trust in policing institutions worldwide.