Police have concluded their investigation into a viral video depicting an assault on a young girl in Wellawatte, with the victim and her family choosing not to pursue charges against the house owner.
Police investigations into a social media video showing a woman assaulting a young girl inside a Wellawatte residence have been concluded without legal action, following the victim's decision not to press charges.
According to police statements, the young girl had been renting a room in the house since 2019. During questioning, she acknowledged that her conduct violated conditions set by the house owner and that the owner struck her multiple times as a disciplinary measure. However, the girl indicated she did not wish to pursue legal action against her landlord.
The video circulating on social media was uploaded by a person identified as the house owner's husband, according to police findings. Statements from both parties confirmed the authenticity of the incident depicted in the footage.
The victim's parents also informed police of their decision not to initiate legal proceedings. With consent from the affected parties withdrawn, the Wellawatte Police Station formally closed the investigation file. The case highlights the complexities surrounding domestic disputes and tenant-landlord relationships, where victims may choose not to pursue formal legal remedies despite evidence of physical confrontation.
