March 09, Colombo (LNW): Former parliamentarian Sajin Vass Gunawardena has been taken into custody by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) in connection with an investigation into the alleged acquisition of assets valued at more than Rs. 243 million through unlawful means.
Officials confirmed that the arrest took place this morning (09) when Gunawardena arrived at the Bribery Commission’s office to give a statement to investigators. He had reportedly been summoned to assist with an ongoing inquiry examining his financial dealings and the origins of certain properties and assets believed to be linked to him.
According to authorities, the investigation focuses on claims that the former legislator accumulated wealth amounting to approximately Rs. 243.8 million that may not be supported by legitimate sources of income.
Gunawardena was questioned by officials shortly after his arrival before being formally placed under arrest.