Sri Lanka, Dec. 28 -- The Police Constable who was arrested in connection with an alleged assault incident involving Ratnapura District National People's Power (NPP) Member of Parliament Shantha Pathma Kumara Subasingha, has sought police protection.

The officer visited the Kolonna Police Station today (28) to record a statement in relation to the incident.

Speaking to media, he stated that he visited the station to give a statement regarding a written complaint submitted to the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) of the Ratnapura Range on December 26, concerning the safety of his life.

He further stated that none of the suspects who allegedly assaulted him have been taken into custody.

According to the officer, since they are ro...