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Anti-corruption officials question Namal Rajapaksa in prison
Officers from the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption have recorded a statement from remand prisoner Namal Rajapaksa at Welikada Prison. The questioning relates to allegations of receiving a Rs. 70 million bribe from the Krish Group.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Officials of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) visited Welikada Prison on Tuesday to record a formal statement from Namal Rajapaksa, who is currently in remand custody. The interview formed part of an ongoing investigation into alleged improper financial dealings.
The statement was recorded in connection with an alleged incident involving the receipt of Rs. 70 million from the Krish Group. The investigation is examining the circumstances and legitimacy of the transaction.
Rajapaksa, a high-profile political figure, has been remanded in custody as the investigation proceeds. The CIABOC action represents one of several developments in anti-corruption inquiries that have intensified in recent months.
No further details regarding the content of the statement or the broader scope of the investigation have been disclosed at this time. The case continues to develop as authorities pursue their inquiries.