Police Media Spokesperson ASP Mr. Fredrick Wootler Receives The Third Award for Outstanding Services To The Media Sector

The Police Media Spokesperson, Assistant Superintendent of Police Mr. Fredrick Wootler (LLB, UK Hons), received the VISHWA ABHIMANYA People’s Award for the third time in recognition of his exceptional service to the Media sector at the SLIBA 2026 – Sri Lanka International Business Awards ceremony held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall on the evening of 12 March 2026.

His first recognition was the Public Communication Award presented at the People’s Excellency Awards 2025, held at the Water’s Edge Hotel, Battaramulla, on 29 December 2025.

His second accolade was the Pride of the Nation Award, presented at the Pride of the Nation Awards 2026 ceremony held at the Foundation Institute, Colombo 07, on the evening of 02 February 2026. This award honored individuals who rendered outstanding social service to the nation during the year 2025.

Serving as the Director of the Police Media Division and functioning as the Police Media Spokesperson, he has played a key role in keeping the public informed by issuing media statements in all three languages Sinhala, Tamil, and English. He has also undertaken commendable media initiatives, including disseminating important information, providing guidance and public advisories, and communicating directly with the public through Sri Lanka Police social media platforms, including the official Facebook page and the official police website.

Furthermore, the Police Media Division has expanded beyond traditional media practices by adopting modern digital communication strategies to bring information closer to the public. Several innovative concepts were introduced, including a series of digital audio-visual program released in episodic format through the official social media platforms of the Sri Lanka Police. These programs, including PODCASTS accessible via the internet at any time, received significant public appreciation.

In addition, Mr. Wootler has earned considerable social recognition through his voluntary work as an external consultant, conducting awareness programs and workshops for students and various institutions. These contributions, together with the distinction he has brought to the Sri Lanka Police, have been key factors in him receiving the Sri Lanka International Business Awards 2026.