February 05, Colombo (LNW): The Young Journalists Association has called for a protest in response to the recent recommendation made by the Attorney General to release three individuals implicated in the high-profile case concerning the murder of Lasantha Wickrematunge, the former editor of The Sunday Leader.
The demonstration is set to take place tomorrow (Feb 06) at 12.00 pm in front of the Attorney General’s Department in Colombo.
Protesters will gather to express their strong objections to the Attorney General’s decision, which they believe shields those responsible for the killing of the well-known journalist.
The association has stated that the protest is aimed at demanding the resignation of the Attorney General, accusing him of protecting criminals rather than upholding justice.
Participants will also be calling for transparency regarding the criteria and legal basis behind the decision to release the suspects, whose identities have raised public concern.
The Young Journalists Association has extended an invitation to all those who stand for justice and accountability to join the protest, stressing the importance of public mobilisation in the pursuit of truth and justice in the case.
