January 13, Colombo (LNW): Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala, has announced plans to enhance the country’s crime investigation capabilities by setting up dedicated investigation divisions at the provincial level.
This move, which aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the police force, is seen as a step towards decentralising the investigation process and ensuring better coordination across regions.
Whilst the existing police stations will continue to operate as usual, the establishment of these new divisions is intended to provide a more focused and systematic approach to handling criminal investigations.
The Minister revealed that these divisions have already been set up in the Southern Province, with plans to expand them to other regions in the near future.
Minister Wijepala further explained that the objective of these divisions is to streamline the investigative process, making it more organised and responsive to the needs of the public.
By having specialised teams operating within each province, the government hopes to improve the speed and quality of investigations, ultimately leading to a reduction in crime and enhanced public safety.
Additionally, the Minister noted that certain high-profile or complex investigations will remain under the direct supervision of the Inspector General of Police (IGP).
This will ensure that cases requiring additional resources or expertise receive the attention they deserve.
