Probe launched into Police-Air Force standoff during Kalpitiya raid

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:02 - - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

Police have launched an investigation into a confrontation between Police officers and Sri Lanka Air Force personnel during an operation conducted along the Kalpitiya coastline.

According to Police, the incident occurred when a team of officers were deployed to the area to seize a stock of illegal goods suspected to have been smuggled into the country by sea.

During the operation, Air Force personnel stationed in the area reportedly intervened, maintaining that the coastal zone fell under their jurisdiction and operational authority.

The disagreement led to a heated exchange between members of the two State security institutions.

Police said investigations are underway to establish the circumstances that led to the confrontation and determine the sequence of events surrounding the incident.

No injuries or arrests were reported in connection with the dispute.