The family of a 29-year-old, who died while in police custody following his arrest over a drug-related allegation, has lodged a formal complaint at Police Headquarters, seeking legal action against the police officers allegedly responsible for his death.

The wife of the deceased stated that the complaint was submitted to seek justice for her husband and to ensure that appropriate legal action is taken against the officers accused of involvement in the incident.

She further maintained that the measures taken against the officers to date were inadequate and called for proper legal proceedings and appropriate punishment for those found responsible.

The death of the suspect, who had been arrested by Homagama Police over a drug-related allegation, was reported on October 25.

The 29-year-old resident of Kiriwaththuduwa had been detained at the Homagama Police station following his arrest. His relatives alleged that he had been subjected to an assault by police officers while being held in the police cell.

According to the account provided, police officers subsequently admitted him to Homagama Base Hospital at the request of his relatives. He later died at the hospital.

The family is seeking a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death and appropriate legal action against the officers allegedly involved in the incident.