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Former Dehiwala-Mt. Lavinia Mayor Appears Before CCIB
Dhanasiri Amaratunga, former mayor of Dehiwala-Mt. Lavinia, presented himself at the Criminal Investigation Bureau. The appearance follows a summons from authorities investigating matters requiring his formal statement.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Former Dehiwala-Mt. Lavinia Mayor Dhanasiri Amaratunga arrived at the Criminal Investigation Bureau (CCIB) headquarters in Colombo, marking a significant development in an ongoing investigation. The former municipal official's appearance at the bureau followed a summons from the investigative authority.
Amaratunga served as mayor of the Dehiwala-Mt. Lavinia Municipal Council, one of the country's prominent local government bodies. His arrival at the CCIB indicates that authorities have identified matters requiring his formal statement and cooperation in their investigations.
The Criminal Investigation Bureau has been conducting inquiries related to allegations involving the former municipal official. Officials at the bureau declined to provide specific details regarding the nature of the investigation or the duration of questioning anticipated.
This development reflects ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to address concerns within municipal governance structures across the Western Province. Amaratunga's appearance represents part of a broader scrutiny of local government administration in the region.