Politics · Sri Lanka Bureau
Wife of former Deputy Minister remanded in bribery-related investigation
Lakmanthi Hettiarachchi, spouse of ex-Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena, has been taken into custody as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged bribery offences. She is to remain in remand until October 6.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Lakmanthi Hettiarachchi was remanded in judicial custody on Monday as authorities pursue inquiries into alleged bribery-related matters linked to her husband, former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena. The remand order, issued by the courts, authorizes her detention until October 6 pending further investigation.
The case marks the latest development in what appears to be a broader examination into financial impropriety allegations. The specific details of the alleged bribery attempt remain under investigation by the relevant authorities.
Former Deputy Minister Gunawardena previously served in Sri Lanka's parliamentary administration. The investigation into his household has drawn public attention amid ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to probe corruption-related allegations across multiple sectors.
The remand extension indicates investigators require additional time to examine evidence and conduct further questioning. Legal proceedings are expected to continue as the investigation progresses through the courts.