Recent Arrests and Investigations in Sri Lanka: A Summary of Key Events

A 65-year-old man was arrested for sexually assaulting flight attendants on a SriLankan Airlines flight from Mumbai. The investigation into alleged Rajapaksa family property is being sent to the Attorney General. Additionally, a suspect was arrested for an assault on a doctor at Anuradhapura Hospital, and a procurement complaint was lodged by the State Pharmaceuticals Corporation due to financial mismanagement.

A passenger traveling from Mumbai, India to Katunayake Airport was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting flight attendants and fellow passengers on a SriLankan Airlines flight. The 65-year-old man, holding dual citizenship in Sweden and Nagadeepa, Jaffna, was reported to have consumed significant amounts of alcohol during the flight, leading to disruptive behavior.

Following the incidents, crew security officers restrained the man, and the pilot was notified. Upon arrival at Katunayake Airport, authorities arrested the individual with the assistance of SriLankan Airlines security. A medical examination corroborated the consumption of alcohol, and he is to appear before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today.

In other news, police have reported that details from an investigation into a house in Kataragama, allegedly linked to the Rajapaksa family, will be sent to the Attorney General’s Department. This inquiry has included statements from key local figures and officials involved in the property’s construction.

Additionally, the Anuradhapura Hospital has seen the arrest of a suspect accused of sexually assaulting a female doctor. Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala confirmed the suspect’s apprehension and emphasized that legal procedures would be strictly followed.

A complaint has also been filed by the State Pharmaceuticals Corporation (SPC) regarding a tender awarded to the highest bidder for 38,000 Dinoprostone tablets, resulting in a claimed loss of Rs. 17 million. The matter highlights the importance of tender integrity and transparency in procurement processes within healthcare.

Recent incidents involving criminal activities on flights, local allegations against prominent families, and issues surrounding procurement processes underscore the need for rigorous enforcement of laws and regulations. Authorities are taking steps to address these matters, ensuring that appropriate legal actions are implemented.

Original Source: srilankamirror.com