Island-wide Special Police Operation: 681 Arrested in 24-Hour Crackdown
COLOMBO – In a massive security push, the Sri Lanka Police have arrested 681 individuals within a 24-hour period ending on the morning of March 14, 2026. The operations, conducted under the direct instructions of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), are part of an ongoing national initiative to eradicate crime and narcotics.
Operation Breakdown
The special operation covered all regional police stations at the divisional level, focusing on identifying suspects linked to criminal activities and outstanding warrants.
Key Statistics (March 14, 2026):
Total Persons Inspected: 29,859
Suspects Directly Linked to Crimes: 14
Arrests Under Day Warrants: 286
Arrests Under Open Warrants: 160
Traffic Safety and Law Enforcement
Beyond criminal investigations, the police maintained a heavy presence on the roads to curb dangerous driving and traffic violations.
| Offence Category | Number of Arrests/Cases |
|---|---|
| Drunk Driving | 260 |
| Reckless Driving | 65 |
| Other Traffic Violations | 4,485 |
Official Statement
Attorney-at-Law Frederick Wittler, Assistant Superintendent of Police and Police Media Spokesperson, confirmed that these operations are being executed across the island to ensure public safety. The Police Media Division (PMD) continues to monitor and report on these divisional efforts as they unfold.
“Special operations have been implemented covering all regional police stations to arrest suspects involved in crimes through crime and drug prevention operations carried out by the Sri Lanka Police on the instructions of the IGP.”
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