An immediate probe has been ordered into an alleged attempt on the life of Colombo Fort magistrate Thilina Gamage.
On a directive by public security minister Tiran Alles, the IGP has instructed the CID to investigate the claim.
An informant has sent a letter to the police, which says that a T-81 grenade launcher is to be used to kill the magistrate.
A person has requested the weapon during a telephone conversation, according to the informant, and the caller’s telephone number is given in the letter.