Sri Lanka police probe death threats against public security minister

Sri Lanka’s police said they are investigating alleged death threats against the country’s public security minister and his deputy, reportedly linked to a stepped-up crackdown on drug trafficking.

Police said the threats were directed at Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala and Deputy Minister Attorney-at-Law Sunil Watagala.

According to police, the threats came to light following intelligence information received from the Avissawella area. The Criminal Investigation Department has launched a broad investigation into the matter.

The disclosure was made at a media briefing held at the Police Media Division.

Senior Deputy Inspector General in charge of the Western Province Sajeewa Medawatte, Deputy Inspector General in charge of the Legal Division Attorney-at-Law Jaliya Senarathne, Deputy Inspector General in charge of the Narcotics Division Asoka Dharmasena and Police Media Spokesman Assistant Superintendent of Police Attorney-at-Law Fredrick Wootler attended the briefing.

Police did not provide further details on the source of the threats or any arrests, but said investigations are continuing. (Newswire)

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