A.A. Dinesh Priyankara Perera vs. Police Constable et al. – SC FR 260/2011-2016

In the case between A.A. Dinesh Priyankara Perera (Petitioner) and a group of respondents including several police personnel, a private citizen, and the Attorney General, the court addressed the issue of whether the actions of specific police officers violated the petitioner’s fundamental rights under Articles 11, 12(1), 13(1), and 14(1)(g) of the Constitution. It was held that while procedural aspects of the arrest and investigation were substantiated, the treatment of the petitioner by certain respondents constituted a violation of fundamental rights, warranting compensation. The decision reaffirmed that state officials, particularly law enforcement officers, are obligated to adhere to constitutional standards prohibiting torture and discrimination. Interpretation of Section 13 of the Hu