“We expect to release a report soon, which will be handed over to the respective officials for further investigations,” he added. Speaking to The Morning, he said that Prisons Commissioner S. Kodithuwakku would lead the investigation on behalf of the Prisons Department. Sarath Weerasekera instructed Inspector General of Police (IGP) Chandana Wickramaratne to immediately investigate the complaint lodged with the CID against State Minister Lohan Ratwatte. Despite attempts by The Morning, Ratwatte and Prisons Commissioner General (CG) Thushara Upuldeniya were unavailable for comment. “He still serves as the Gem and Jewellery Related Industries State Minister.

Source: The Nation September 16, 2021 21:00 UTC