After 14 Years, Court Grants Compensation in Assault Case

    In a landmark ruling, justice has finally been served for Hemasiri, who endured appalling treatment at the hands of law enforcement officials over a decade ago. The incident traces back to December 19, 2009, when Hemasiri, accompanied by fellow opposition party members, was present in Hakmana town. Encountering posters advertising an upcoming opposition gathering, the Officer in Charge (OIC) of Hakmana Police Station approached Hemasiri and his companions. Despite their attempts to clarify the purpose of the posters, the OIC responded with verbal abuse and forcibly ushered them…

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