Army deserters surrender en-masse

Rafik JALALDEEN

Around 1,422 Army deserters had surrendered at the Army camps on Independence Day making use of the opportunity afforded by the Government.

Military Spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said 1,422 Army deserters had surrendered to the Army camps responding to the announcement made by the Government.

“If they wish to continue, they can continue serving as their respective Regiments. Those who wish to be released would be granted the opportunity to do so officially,” he added. He noted that those who fail to surrender will be arrested by the Military Police.