June 16, Colombo (LNW): The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has stepped up its inquiry into allegations that former State Intelligence Service (SIS) Director Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay was subjected to inappropriate treatment while in the custody of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
HRCSL Commissioner Nimal G. Punchihewa confirmed that investigators are continuing to gather evidence, with fresh statements being recorded from CID officers today as part of the Commission’s ongoing examination of the complaint.
The case was brought before the HRCSL by members of Sallay’s family, who claim that he experienced various forms of mistreatment during his period of detention. In response, the Commission has launched a detailed investigation aimed at establishing the circumstances surrounding his custody and the conditions under which he was held.
As part of its fact-finding efforts, HRCSL officials carried out a special inspection of the detention facility where Sallay had been accommodated. The inspection reportedly revealed several shortcomings within the cell, including poor ventilation and other deficiencies affecting basic living conditions. The Commission has since communicated its observations and concerns to CID authorities, urging attention to the issues identified.
Investigators have also obtained statements from detainees housed in neighbouring cells, along with testimonies from CID personnel connected to the case. Additional interviews with officers are expected in the coming days as the inquiry progresses.