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Former Minister Dasanayake Remanded Until Early November in Corruption Case
Chamara Sampath Dasanayake, the former minister and Badulla District MP, has been ordered to remain in custody pending further investigations into alleged corruption offences. The Colombo Chief Magistrate extended his remand period alongside his former secretary on October 23.
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The Colombo Chief Magistrate's Court has extended the remand custody of former minister Chamara Sampath Dasanayake and his former secretary until November 6, as investigations into alleged corruption-related offences continue. Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama issued the directive during proceedings on October 23, directing both suspects to remain in police custody for a further period.
Dasanayake, who represents the Badulla District in Parliament, faces allegations of corruption in connection with matters being investigated by authorities. The extension of remand indicates that investigators require additional time to pursue their inquiry into the charges against the former minister and his aide.
The case will return before the court on November 6, when the judicial officer is expected to determine the next course of action based on the progress of investigations. No further details regarding the specific allegations or charges have been disclosed at this stage of the proceedings.