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Red Notice suspect extradited to Sri Lanka in Middeniya triple murder case
Anusha Lakmali, wanted in connection with the deaths of three family members in Middeniya, has been returned to Sri Lanka following her arrest in the United Arab Emirates. Police said an Interpol Red Notice had been issued against the suspect.
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Anusha Lakmali, also known as 'Achini', has been extradited to Sri Lanka to face questioning over the killings of Aruna Vidanagamage, alias 'Kajja', and his two children. The suspect was arrested in the United Arab Emirates following an international manhunt coordinated through Interpol.
The Interpol Red Notice, which carries the highest level of alert in international law enforcement cooperation, had been issued against Lakmali prior to her apprehension. Police confirmed that arrangements were subsequently made to facilitate her extradition to the island nation to assist with investigations into the Middeniya case.
The return of the suspect is expected to advance the investigation into the deaths, which have drawn significant public attention. Authorities have indicated that Lakmali will be subject to further questioning as the case progresses through the justice system.