August 28, Colombo (LNW): Authorities have taken into custody a 52-year-old man believed to be responsible for injuring a police officer during a recent demonstration in the heart of Colombo.
The incident occurred near the premises of the Colombo Fort Magistrate Court on August 26, amid a tense protest that drew significant public attention.
The suspect, reportedly a former member of the Municipal Council representing the Nagoda area in Kalutara, was detained the following day in Kalutara by personnel from the Colombo Crime Division (CCD).
His arrest follows allegations that he hurled a bottle during the protest, striking an officer who was deployed for crowd control duties. The injured officer was performing his official responsibilities at the time.
The accused now faces charges relating to both the infliction of physical harm and interference with police operations. Following his arrest, he was transferred to the custody of the Kompannavidiya Police, who are currently spearheading a broader investigation into the events of that day.
The individual is expected to appear before the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court today (28).
