13-year-old girl sexually abused in Nawalapitiya; 04 arrested

COLOMBO (News 1st); A 13-year-old girl was sexually exploited by 10 people in Nawalapitiya, said Police Spokesperson Senior DIG Ajith Rohana adding that 04 suspects were arrested on Wednesday (15).

The suspects include the father of the victim while another woman aided in the crime.

These suspects were produced in the court and were remanded, said the Police Spokesperson adding that investigations are underway to trace and arrest the 06 other suspects.

The victim was exploited sexually on multiple occasions, said the Police Spokesperson stressing the need for vigilance against such crimes.