13 April 2009
The Sri Lankan Embassy in Oslo was attacked by a group of demonstrators on April 12 causing damage to the building and office equipment. The Norwegian Government strongly condemns the attack and has instructed the police to strengthen security at the premises.
The police are investigating the crime and will do its utmost to bring the culprits to justice. The police express regrets that they did not have enough personnel present when the demonstration came out of control.