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Two women remanded over housing scheme fraud allegations
The Mirihana Special Crimes Investigation Division has arrested two female suspects in connection with a major housing fraud case involving an easy payment scheme. The arrests mark a significant development in ongoing investigations into the fraudulent housing transaction.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Police have remanded two women in custody following their arrest by the Mirihana Special Crimes Investigation Division in relation to a substantial housing fraud scheme. The suspects are alleged to have been involved in fraudulent activities connected to an easy payment housing arrangement, authorities said.
The arrests represent a key breakthrough in the investigation into the scheme, which has affected multiple victims seeking residential properties under flexible payment terms. Investigators have been examining the circumstances surrounding the fraudulent transactions and the mechanisms used to deceive investors and homebuyers.
The two suspects are expected to undergo further questioning as police continue their inquiry into the alleged fraud operation. Authorities are investigating the extent of the scheme and whether additional individuals were involved in facilitating the housing fraud.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about fraudulent property schemes targeting Sri Lankan consumers seeking affordable housing options. Police have urged potential victims of similar fraud to come forward with information that may assist the investigation.