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Tiran questioned over raid on Weligama hotel
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) yesterday (31) questioned former Public Security Minister Tiran Alles on a shooting incident near W 15 Hotel at Weligama on the night of 31 Dec., 2023, which led to the death of a police officer attached to the Colombo Crime Division (CCD).
Sources said that the CID questioned the former Minister as he was believed to have been aware of the circumstances leading to the deployment of the CCD team, on the specific instructions of IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon, to carry out a raid on the W 15 hotel.
Tennakoon has been remanded at the Angunakolapalessa Prison till April 3 by the Matara Magistrate in connection with the Weligama shooting incidents.
Police said that there had been two incidents. At first, the CCD team, from Colombo, had fired at the hotel, alleging that the hotel harboured drug dealers. While they were firing at the hotel, a joint police and Army patrol that had arrived at the scene opened fire on the policemen from Colombo, wounding two personnel. Of them, one succumbed to his injuries at the Karapitiya Hospital.
Investigations have revealed that the CCD team, that had been assigned to carry out the Weligama raid, received orders directly from the IGP.
The official welcoming ceremony for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was held this morning (05) at the Independence Square in Colombo.
On arrival at the Independence Square the Indian Prime Minister was warmly welcomed by President Anura Kumara Disanayake.
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit on Friday [04 Apr 25]. The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions.
INS Sahyadri is a 143m long Frigate manned by a crew of 320 and the ship is commanded by Captain Rajat Kumar.
During their visit to the crew of INS Sahyadri will participate in events hosted by the Sri Lanka Navy, aimed to strengthen bilateral ties. They will also visit several tourist hotspots across the country.
Concluding the visit, INS Sahyadri is scheduled to set sail from Colombo on 07 Apr
Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) BUNGO and ETAJIMA which arrived in Sri Lanka on a goodwill visit on 01 Apr 25, departed the island on Friday [04 Apr].
The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ships at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions. Upon leaving, the duo of ships engaged in a successful Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with SLNS Vijayabahu. The PASSEX involved training exercises in communication and tactical maneuvering, concluding with the traditional cheer ship salute.
During their stay in Colombo, crew members of the JMSDF ships took part in several programmes organized by the Sri Lanka Navy, aimed at enhancing mutual cooperation. In addition, they also explored some tourist attractions in Colombo. Further, personnel of Sri Lanka Navy had the opportunity to visit JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA, gaining insights into their operational capabilities.
The Commanding Officers of JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA, Commander TANAKA Koji and Commander ODA Takayuki called on Commander Western Naval Area, and Director General Operations, on 01 Apr.
Indian PM receives warm welcome
INS Sahyadri arrives at Port of Colombo
JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA depart island
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