MOUNT LAVINIA POLICE STATION

It is one of 432 police stations in Sri Lanka, divided into 43 territorial divisions and 67 functional divisions. The Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia Police Station is responsible for security and law and order in this region. The history of the police in Sri Lanka dates back to the time of the Dutch, who established the first police stations in Colombo. After the British occupation, the police were reorganized and became a national force. Since then, the Sri Lankan police force has evolved to meet the needs of the population, focusing on crime prevention and detection, as well as road safety and the protection of women and children. The Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia Police Station is part of the Traffic and Road Safety Division, which oversees traffic management and road accident prevention. There is also a division responsible for preventing the abuse of women and children, and an office to combat drug addiction. The Sri Lankan police force strives to maintain a cordial relationship with the community, handling complaints with understanding and goodwill. It also encourages citizens to provide information on crimes, guaranteeing confidentiality and offering rewards to informers.