The Police Headquarters has issued a directive to all officers across the island to monitor individuals wearing helmets suspiciously, especially when not riding motorcycles.
The directive follows a series of serious crimes where suspects were seen using full-face helmets to conceal their identities.
While wearing a helmet is a legal requirement for both motorcycle riders and pillion passengers, Sri Lanka Police stress that its purpose is strictly for road safety.
Accordingly, officers have been advised to check the belongings of any individual observed wearing a helmet while not riding a motorcycle, especially if they appear to be acting suspiciously.
