Sri Lanka, Aug. 17 -- A more advanced strategy is now being implemented to suppress underworld crimes, replacing the existing approaches, according to Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasooriya.

The IGP stated that efforts are being made to combat crimes with the support of the tri-forces and the general public.

He made these remarks after calling on the Chief Prelates of the Asgiri and Malwathu chapters.

Speaking to media in Kandy, IGP Priyantha Weerasooriya also noted that certain underworld activities and drug trafficking operations have received political backing, as well as support from some police officers.

However, he stressed that there is currently no political pressure on law enforcement, and that the governmen...