IGP seeks Judicial Service Commission probe into Gampaha magistrate

The Inspector General of Police, in a letter dated October 26, 2026, has asked Judicial Service Commission secretary Prasanna Alwis to conduct an inquiry into matters relating to the Gampaha magistrate.

The magistrate, who had asked the President of the Court of Appeal to initiate contempt of court action against the IGP over an alleged failure to follow a court order, was yesterday transferred immediately to the Judicial Training Institute. Reports say the transfer letter was issued by the JSC secretary.

The sequence of events has drawn attention in legal circles, as the transfer came soon after the magistrate moved against the country's most senior police officer. The Judicial Service Commission is the body responsible for the appointment, transfer and discipline of judicial officers.

It was not immediately clear what specific matters the IGP wants investigated, and neither the police nor the Judicial Service Commission has publicly detailed the contents of the letter. Further developments are expected once the commission considers the request.