Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today (9) ordered the conclusion of proceedings at the Colombo Magistrate’s Court against Keheliya Rambukwella and his family, who are facing charges under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
The order was issued after the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) informed court that indictments have already been filed against the suspects before the Colombo High Court.
Accordingly, the Chief Magistrate directed the respondents to appear before the High Court on the assigned dates.
During today’s hearing, CIABOC officials confirmed to court that the investigation had led to the filing of indictments at the High Court, and therefore proceedings before the Magistrate’s Court could be concluded.
The case was taken up today in the presence of the accused – former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, his wife, their three daughters, and son-in-law.
They are accused of committing offences under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act by unlawfully acquiring assets worth over Rs. 97 million — including bank accounts, life insurance policies, and vehicles — during Rambukwella’s tenure as a minister. All six were previously released on bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court.
