🔥 Trending Former IGP C.D. Wickramaratne's Death: Police Release Statement

Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) C.D. Wickramaratne died on July 17, 2026, at the age of 63, in what is widely reported as a suspected suicide ¹⁴⁵.

Details of the Incident

Wickramaratne was found dead at his residence in Athurugiriya, Sri Lanka, on the morning of July 17, 2026 ⁵⁷. Initial police reports indicate he sustained a fatal gunshot wound ⁹. Authorities suspect he took his own life using a firearm ²⁶⁷⁸. He was reportedly rushed to Mulleriyawa Hospital, but succumbed to his injuries by the time of admission ¹⁰.

Investigation

Malabe Police have launched a comprehensive investigation to determine the circumstances and cause of the incident ². Two police teams have been appointed to investigate his death ⁶. Police Media Spokesman, ASP Wootler, stated that initial findings suggest the former IGP may have taken his own life ⁶.

Background of C.D. Wickramaratne

Chandana Deepal Wickramaratne served as Sri Lanka's 35th Inspector General of Police ⁷⁸. He held the position from 2020 to 2023 ⁴. He joined the police service in 1986 as an Assistant Superintendent and served for over 30 years ⁷⁸. He received his primary education at Ananda College, Colombo, and earned a degree in Physics ².