Ambalantota Police arrest principal, deputy, and student over cover-up of 15-year-old girl’s rape at school sports event. Video of abuse was released online.
Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the sexual abuse of a 15-year-old schoolgirl in the Ambalantota area, following accusations that school officials attempted to suppress the incident. The principal, deputy principal, and a student suspect were taken into custody by Ambalantota Police on charges of attempting to cover up the news of the serious sexual assault.
The arrests were made on the 19th, and all three suspects were subsequently produced before the Hambantota Magistrate. Police investigations into the matter have revealed disturbing details about how the crime unfolded and the subsequent efforts to conceal it.
According to preliminary findings from the police probe, the sexual assault occurred on or around May 21 during a sports event that was being held at the school. A 15-year-old student from another school, who had come to participate in the sports event, allegedly targeted the girl and sexually abused her in a secluded location situated between the school buildings. The hidden spot, tucked away between the structures, provided the accused with the cover to commit the offense while the sports activities were underway.
In a development that has deepened public outrage, investigators have uncovered that the abuse was recorded using mobile phones. The video footage of the assault was later released on social media networks, spreading the disturbing content across multiple platforms. This revelation has added a layer of severity to the case, as authorities are now also investigating the distribution of the recorded material.
The case came to light after a formal complaint was lodged with the National Child Protection Authority, prompting swift action from law enforcement. A dedicated team of Ambalantota Police officers has launched a comprehensive investigation into the matter, following up on multiple leads to determine the full extent of the conspiracy to cover up the crime.
The victim, a 15-year-old student at the school, has been hospitalized to obtain medical reports and receive necessary care following the traumatic experience. Health officials are providing the necessary support while forensic examinations are being conducted to document evidence for the legal proceedings.
Police have indicated that the investigation is far from over, and several more suspects connected to the incident are expected to be arrested in the coming days. Law enforcement officials are continuing their inquiries to identify everyone involved in both the assault and the subsequent cover-up, including those who may have played a role in recording and distributing the video online.
The arrest of the principal and deputy principal has raised serious questions about the culture of silence within the school administration and the failure of those in positions of authority to protect vulnerable students. The case has drawn widespread condemnation, with child rights advocates calling for swift justice and systemic reforms to prevent such incidents from recurring in schools across the country.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward, as the investigation continues to expand. The police have assured the public that all those found responsible will face the full force of the law, sending a clear message that such crimes and attempts to conceal them will not be tolerated.
