By Roy Denish.
Bulathsinhala OIC remand extended until July 15 after court reviews sexual assault claims, medical evidence and phone records.
The Bulathsinhala OIC remand was extended until July 15 after the commander appeared before the Matugama Magistrate’s Court today over sexual assault allegations.
The Precinct Commander received the order after investigators briefed court on claims that he sexually assaulted a male police officer and tried to commit a forcible sexual act inside his official department housing.
Bulathsinhala OIC Remand Extended After Court Hearing
Court proceedings stated that the alleged incident took place on March 26. The officer had been resting in the barracks after completing his day shift.
Around 1:03 a.m., the commander allegedly called the officer from his official residence and ordered him to come to the house immediately. The officer believed the call involved an urgent police matter, so he complied.
When he arrived, the officer allegedly found the commander sitting on a sofa in the living room. A bottle of alcohol was on the table. According to proceedings, the officer took a small drink after following his supervisor’s instructions.
Investigators told court that the commander then directed the officer to sit on the couch. He allegedly grabbed the officer’s hand, kissed his chest, and attempted to grope him.
Fearing for his safety, the officer fled the residence and returned to the barracks.
Police Probe Tracks Digital Evidence
The officer later reported the incident to relatives, senior department leadership, and the Assistant Superintendent overseeing internal affairs for women’s and sensitive crimes.
He said the experience deeply traumatized him. As a result, he took leave and returned home.
After details appeared on social media, officials launched an Internal Affairs investigation under the Kalutara Division District Chief. The probe included evidence collection and a forensic inspection.
Investigators informed court that a forensic medical examiner at Kalutara General Hospital examined the victim on June 10. The victim was later referred to counseling and a clinic specializing in sexually transmitted diseases.
The medical examiner’s report stated that the victim’s account appeared credible. It also noted no contradictory physical findings.
Investigators further confirmed that phone records and digital forensics verified communication between the officer’s phone and both the personal and official mobile numbers of the commander during the timeframe.
The defense attorney initially filed an anticipatory bail request to prevent arrest. However, the motion was later withdrawn.
After considering the findings, phone forensics, and medical records, Judge Buddhika Malwatta ordered the commander to remain in custody. The latest order keeps the Bulathsinhala OIC remand in place until July 15. For official police information, visit Sri Lanka Police or the Ministry of Justice.
