During a rising economic crisis, the UN and human rights organizations have cautioned Sri Lankan authorities not to use disproportionate force in generally non-violent rallies.
For weeks, police have been accused of using excessive force during rallies, despite the fact that officials claim the deployment of water cannons and tear gas is necessary to maintain order as tensions rise.
However, the family of a young father killed by police claims they are still striving for justice.
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