President’s Counsel Saliya Pieris has shared a post on his social media account regarding the death of a 29-year-old man while in Homagama police custody.
Provided below is the original post .
“The death that occurred while in police custody in Homagama serves as a reminder of the consequences of granting unchecked powers to law enforcement officers.” That is why powers of arrest and detention must be subject to adequate oversight and control.
Excessive powers, combined with a lack of sufficient controls, will contribute to the persistence of torture and a culture of impunity for those who engage in such acts.