Police will take action if emergency vehicles and school activities are obstructed

Colombo (News1st) - SSP Ajith Rohana speaking at a media briefing this evening said the police will take action in accordance with the law if emergency vehicles such as ambulances as well the activities of school children are obstructed, at any protest. He went on to note that the Police would support any peaceful protest. The SSP noted that the police sought court orders to secure the protection of key locations in several areas and when the request was made court had pointed out that the Police has the right to use force in necessary situations in accordance with provisions of the Penal Code.