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Police Constable Arrested for Aiding Major Drug Dealer in Custody
Authorities have arrested a police constable accused of providing his mobile phone to a high-profile drug suspect while in police custody, allegedly in exchange for financial payments. The constable is under investigation for maintaining close ties with the detained drug dealer.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Police arrested the constable following an investigation into his relationship with detainee Shiran Basik, a major drug trafficking suspect. The officer allegedly allowed Basik to use his personal phone to make calls while in custody, facilitating communication that should have been restricted.
Investigations revealed that the constable maintained an unusually close relationship with the suspect. Sources indicate the officer may have received monetary compensation for providing access to the phone and enabling contact with individuals outside police detention.
The arrest adds another dimension to the case against Basik, whose detention prompted the broader police inquiry. Authorities are examining the extent of the constable's involvement in assisting the drug dealer and whether other officers may have been implicated in similar arrangements.
The incident highlights concerns about internal security protocols within law enforcement facilities and the need for stricter oversight of detainee access during custody. Police have not disclosed further details regarding ongoing investigations into both the constable and the drug trafficking case.