The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) today (17) recorded a statement from Danuna Thilakaratne, the son-in-law of General Sarath Fonseka, according to the instructions given by the court.

After giving the statement Danuna Thilakaratne told media that he was not fully aware about allegations which were made against him.

“The case against me was originally filed in 2010. But it was dangerous to reveal myself at that time. But with the current situation in the country I felt that it will be safe to appear before the court” he added.

Danuna Thilakaratne, his father-in-law General Sarath Fonseka and Director of HiCorp Pvt. Ltd. Wellington De Hoedt were accused of defrauding the Army by purchasing military hardware going beyond the tender procedure. General Fonseka was acquitted of the HiCorp case in March 2012.

Thilakaratne surrendered to the court on December 19, 2014 and released on a bail bond of Rs 400,000 and two sureties of Rs 500,000 each.

Moreover he was prohibited from leaving the country and ordered to appear before CID on every Sunday.