Sri Lanka’s Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption and the CID have reportedly launched investigations into the assets of all prison department heads.
The move follows complaints from civil groups and individuals, Lankadeepa newspaper reported.
Investigations will cover bank accounts, property, and vehicles, with court orders obtained for full disclosures.
Authorities are also examining alleged links between prison officials and underworld figures, and possible misuse of presidential pardons, the report said, quoting Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala.
A major departmental overhaul, including transfers of long-serving officers, is expected, the report said.
Meanwhile Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala said that several senior government officials, including the Secretary of the Justice Ministry, will be questioned regarding the alleged misuse of presidential pardons to release inmates.
The Developments follow after the CID arrested the Deputy Commissioner of Anuradhapura Prison in connection with the unauthorized release of a convict, while the Prisons Chief was sent on compulsory leave following a Cabinet decision. (Newswire)
