Crime reduction News

Sri Lanka Police Launch Major Crackdown on Unsafe and Illicit Vehicle Modifications.

Sri Lanka Police have initiated a nationwide campaign to identify and penalize vehicles with unauthorized modifications, emphasizing that such alterations compromise road safety and public order.

President Dissanayake Orders Overhaul of Drug Control Laws to Boost Enforcement.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed officials to accelerate legal reforms and narcotics disposal to combat the national drug crisis, following an 80% surge in anti-narcotic raids under the 'Ratama Ekata' initiative.

Baltimore Mayor Scott Touts Crime Declines Amid Persistent Resident Skepticism.

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott addresses the city's progress in curbing violent crime at the CityLab Summit, despite recent polling indicating that many residents still feel unsafe.

Major Criminal Syndicate Dismantled: Luxury Vehicle Theft Ring Exposed.

Police have arrested eight members of an organized crime syndicate involved in a sophisticated scam selling and subsequently stealing illegally assembled luxury vehicles. Investigations suggest nearly 100 vehicles were targeted, with 25 already recovered.

Stricter Legislation to Combat Organized Crime Set for Implementation in Sri Lanka.