The director of a private institution has been arrested by the Colombo Crimes Division for allegedly defrauding Rs. 35.8 million from individuals by promising to provide visas for overseas travel.
Police said the suspect, a 41‑year‑old resident of Panadura, was taken into custody on Wednesday (06) following investigations into 21 separate complaints.
According to the Police, the suspect had collected a total of Rs. 35,800,557.86 from 21 people.
The Colombo Crimes Division is conducting further investigations. (Newswire)