Sri Lanka, Jan. 30 -- Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasooriya has stated that the Sri Lanka Police service is currently operating with a shortage of nearly 32,000 officers.

He made these remarks while attending a ceremony held this morning (30) to appreciate the contributions of Fingerprint Officers, crime analysis officers and forensic photographers attached to the Police Crime Division for their role in assisting investigations and solving crimes.

Addressing the gathering, the IGP noted that approximately 2,500 police officers are due to retire during the course of this year. He further revealed that an additional 2,700 officers are scheduled to retire next year.

In view of the growing shortage, the IGP stated that 1...