At least 12, 465 people have been arrested so far since March 20 for curfew violations, Police Media Unit said.
The number of those arrested for violating curfew had reached 12465 by 12 noon today. Police said 3100 vehicles used by suspects have also been taken into police custody.
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa also urged public to adhere to curfew regulations in order to prevent the spread of coronavirus in the country.
“Over 11,000 curfew violators to date, indicates a lack of regard for the seriousness of the situation. As President, I have undertaken the responsibility to ensure your safety. It is your responsibility as citizens to adhere to the law and #StayHome “ President said in his official twitter handle last evening.
The Cyclonic Storm “Ditwah” moved further north from Trincomalee today evening leaving a trail of destruction including more than 90 deaths, over 100 missing and tens of thousands displaced, officials said.
A third rescue attempt to save 28 people trapped on the rooftop of a farm building in Vithikuliya, Nikaweratiya, has failed due to the dangerous water surge from the Deduru Oya.
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