As the current Inspector General of Police C.D Wickramaratne is due to retire, an unpleasant struggle has been created by a notorious Police officer drag the position next internal sources reveals.
Sources also reveal that the officer who has launched a project to disrepute his competitive officers who are earmarked as suitable for next IGP. This alleged senior police officer is a person who has been accused of breaking the law on many occasions and has established his existence by using political power.
Senior DIGs Nilantha Jayawardena, Lalith Pathinayake, Deshbandu Tennakoon and Ajith Rohana are among the most qualified officers for the post of IGP.