Bribery Commission searches residence of Namal Rajapaksa’s Secretary

October 17, 2026 at 11:32 AM
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The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has searched the residence of Sanjaya Samarasinghe, the personal secretary to Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa, in Mount Lavinia.

According to reports, the search was conducted in connection with a corruption allegation, during which officers took a safe found at the residence into custody.

The operation was jointly carried out by officers of the Bribery Commission, Sri Lanka Police and the Police Special Task Force (STF).

Reports indicate that officers conducted a thorough search of the residence and recorded statements during the operation.

However, authorities have not officially disclosed the reason for the search or provided further details regarding the investigation. (Newswire)