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Government Analyst's Department receives advanced forensic testing equipment
Sri Lanka's Government Analyst's Department has taken delivery of modern forensic equipment to enhance its DNA testing capabilities and accelerate biological evidence analysis. The equipment, supplied with United Nations Development Programme support, was officially handed over on September 15.
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The Government Analyst's Department has bolstered its forensic infrastructure with the receipt of state-of-the-art testing equipment designed to strengthen DNA analysis operations and expedite the examination of biological evidence in criminal investigations.
The equipment transfer, facilitated through technical assistance from the United Nations Development Programme, was formally presented at the department's premises on September 15. The initiative represents a significant investment in enhancing the department's analytical capacity and operational efficiency.
The modern forensic tools are expected to improve the quality and speed of evidence analysis, supporting law enforcement agencies in their investigative efforts. The upgrade forms part of broader efforts to strengthen Sri Lanka's criminal justice infrastructure and forensic capabilities.
The Government Analyst's Department plays a critical role in providing scientific analysis to support investigations and prosecutions across the country. Enhanced forensic capacity enables faster turnaround times on evidence examination, potentially contributing to more timely case resolution.