Deshabandu Tennakoon
Deshabandu Tennakoon is the former Chief of Police of Sri Lanka, who gained notoriety following a controversial appointment in November 2023. His tenure was marred by serious allegations, including the torture of a detainee, for which he was ordered to pay damages. Tennakoon became the subject of a manhunt after a court issued an arrest warrant connected to the death of a police officer during a botched drug raid he allegedly ordered. The operation resulted in a deadly confrontation between police units, prompting authorities to seek his capture after he went into hiding.
Born on Jan 01, 1970 (55 years old)
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Former Police Chief Deshabandu Tennakoon is expected to provide a statement regarding the failure to control an attack on protesters.
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Deshabandu Tennakoon was involved in efforts to apprehend Rajitha Senaratne.
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Deshabandu Tennakoon is the police chief involved in a proposal for his removal from office.
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Deshabandu Tennakoon is mentioned in relation to a proposal for his removal from office.
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Deshabandu Tennakoon is referred to as the one who is being proposed for removal due to wrongdoing.
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Deshabandu Tennakoon is under investigation for alleged misconduct and misuse of power.
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Deshabandu Tennakoon is involved in an investigation regarding misconduct and misuse of power.
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Deshabandu Tennakoon is facing allegations that are being investigated by the committee.
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Deshabandu Tennakoon is the police chief facing allegations that are being investigated by the committee.
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Deshabandu Tennakoon is under investigation by a committee for allegations against him.
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