R.A. Priyathilaka vs. The Attorney-General – CA NO.113/2008-2014

Brief
The case between R.A. Priyathilaka (Accused-Appellant) and The Attorney-General (Respondent) addressed the issue of the conviction and sentencing of the accused-appellant for the rape of a 7½-year-old child, Dulanjali. The court held that the evidence presented at trial proved the case beyond a reasonable doubt, reaffirming the principle that compelling evidence, including victim testimony and medical corroboration, can uphold a conviction. This decision relied on the evaluation of trial evidence, emphasizing that the sentence should be implemented from the date of the judgment.

Sisira J. de Abrew J. — It was determined that the evidence, including the victim’s testimony and corroborating medical evidence, proved the case beyond a reasonable doubt. The conviction was affirmed,