Last respects to fallen officers...

Justice and National Integration Minister, Attorney-at-Law Harshana Nanayakkara, and Ministry Secretary President’s Counsel Ayesha Jinasena visited Welikada Prison on July 8 to pay their final respects to the seven prison officers who died during the violent clash at Negombo Prison. The remains of the officers were brought to Welikada Prison, where colleagues, officials, and dignitaries gathered to mourn their loss and honour their service. Pictures courtesy Ministry of Justice