Ex-Inspector wanted over 2023 Weligama shooting arrested upon return to Sri Lanka
Posted by Editor on February 24, 2026 - 8:45 am
(Photo: AI generated)
Former Police Inspector Jagath Nishantha, who was wanted in connection with the 2023 shooting incident near the W15 Hotel in Weligama, has been arrested.
Following the incident, he had remained overseas and was arrested upon returning to Sri Lanka yesterday (February 23).
On December 31, 2023, an unlawful shooting occurred at the W15 Hotel in Pelena, Weligama, resulting in the death of a police officer attached to the Colombo Crime Division (CCD).
Latest Headlines in Sri Lanka
- Customs officers launch trade union action over unresolved issues February 24, 2026
- Ex-Inspector wanted over 2023 Weligama shooting arrested upon return to Sri Lanka February 24, 2026
- Defence Secretary inspects NFTH following SLAF takeover February 23, 2026
- Sri Lanka Navy ship P628 begins historic 14,775 nautical mile voyage to Sri Lanka February 23, 2026
- Sri Lanka Police arrest suspects in major fraud case impersonating officers February 23, 2026
