Chairperson of the Ruling Party-backing trade union Podujana Guru Sangamaya Wasantha Handapangoda has reportedly been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in alleged connection with the mob attack by pro-Rajapaksa protesters on peaceful protests held in front of Temple Trees and in the GalleFace ground on May 09.
Along with Handapangoda were five other suspects arrested in connection with the assault.
The suspects are due to be produced before the Court after recording statements, reports added.
MIAP
