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BASL calls for full probe into latest custody death
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka has expressed serious concern over the death of a man in police custody and demanded an immediate, impartial investigation into the circumstances. The association has urged the Inspector General of Police and relevant authorities to ensure transparency in the inquiry.
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The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has called for a comprehensive investigation into the death of Ishara Harshakumara, who died while in police custody, citing grave concerns over the incident.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the BASL requested the Inspector General of Police and all competent authorities to conduct an immediate and impartial inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the death. The association emphasised the need for transparency throughout the investigative process.
The death marks the latest in a series of custody-related fatalities that have drawn scrutiny from civil society organisations and human rights advocates in Sri Lanka. The BASL's intervention underscores ongoing concerns within the legal community regarding police conduct and accountability in such cases.
The association did not provide additional details regarding the circumstances of the death but stressed the importance of a thorough and independent examination of the matter. The call for investigation comes as Sri Lanka continues to face international scrutiny over allegations of extrajudicial killings and deaths in custody.