Sri Lanka Police will take action under criminal law in addition to traffic laws against drivers who operate vehicles while intoxicated or in a reckless manner, Deputy Inspector General in charge of Traffic Control and Road Safety W.G.J. Senadheera said on Monday. Speaking at a media briefing, Senadheera said road accidents have increased this year compared to last year, with drug and alcohol use identified as the primary causes. He said the Inspector General of Police has instructed officers to pursue criminal charges in cases where drivers are found to have driven dangerously under the influence of alcohol or narcotics,…
Sri Lanka warns of criminal charges as road accidents rise in 2025
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