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Army officer who allegedly attacked civilian at fuel station relieved from all duties

05 Jul 2022

The Army Officer involved in the incident at Yaggapitiya Petrol Station where footage circulated on social media depicted the said officer attacking a civilian, has been relieved from his duties. Sri Lanka Army Media stated that Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage, Commander of the Army decided to relive the officer until the 5-member Court of Inquiry recommendations on the matter are received. A parallel military investigation of the Sri Lanka Army Corps of Military Police (SLACMP) about the incident is also underway and statements are being recorded. The Security Force Headquarters - West on Monday (4) appointed a five-member Court of Inquiry, headed by a Brigade Commander to go deep into the issue, related to this Senior Officer's conduct and make its recommendations.


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