Director of the Walana Anti‑Corruption Unit, ASP Rohan Olugala, has defended the recent operation to apprehend underworld figure Kanjipani Imran, describing it as a success despite challenges of operating in a foreign jurisdiction.

Responding to questions, Olugala said that while local officers are familiar with their own surroundings, conducting a sting in another country requires strict adherence to that nation’s laws and careful preparation.

“I will not say it was unsuccessful. Sometimes, to swim, we have to jump into the water. I think it was a successful operation. We jumped into the water,” he stated, underscoring the risks and determination involved in the mission.

Olugala also addressed concerns raised over the treatment of Ishara Sewwandi, the prime suspect in the murder of underworld figure Ganemulla Sanjeewa, who was recently remanded. 

Media reports showed her being escorted to prison without handcuffs, carrying a suitcase, prompting questions about double standards compared to politicians who are handcuffed after sentencing.

On this matter, Olugala clarified that Sewwandi was handed over from court to the Prisons Department, and that an internal investigation is underway by prison authorities regarding the incident. (Newswire)

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Three Sri Lankan suspects arrested in Malaysia, including alleged organized crime figure Dhanushka Kaushalya alias “Ratmalana Saima,” have been brought back to Sri Lanka under a special security operation.

Ratmalana Saima has been identified by police as a key associate of alleged organized crime figure Kanjipani Imran.

The three suspects were arrested in Malaysia following a joint operation involving Sri Lankan and Malaysian law enforcement authorities.

A special Sri Lankan police team led by Assistant Superintendent of Police Rohan Olugala travelled to Malaysia in connection with the operation and escorted the suspects back to Sri Lanka.

Police investigations have alleged that Ratmalana Saima handled Kanjipani Imran’s financial affairs and managed his social media activities, including the circulation of recorded messages. Investigators also allege that he assisted another organized crime suspect, Kehelbaddara Padme, while he was in hiding in Malaysia.

Police have said that Ratmalana Saima had been living in Malaysia for around 10 years.

The suspects are expected to be handed over to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for further investigations and legal proceedings. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka Police have rejected claims circulating on social media and certain websites that a person was preparing to carry out a series of bomb attacks in Colombo and other crowded areas.

Police Media Spokesman ASP F. U. Wootler said the reports were “completely false” and confirmed that no such incident had been reported.

His comments come after media reports emerged that an associate of organized crime gang leader Kanjipani Imran had been arrested in connection with the incident.

Acknowledging that such a figure had been arrested during a raid in Ja Ela yesterday, ASP Wootler refuted reports claiming he was preparing to carry out a series of bomb attacks.  

ASP Wootler further said that the suspect remains in custody with further investigations underway. (Newswire)

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Police say a key suspect linked to organized crime gang leader ‘Kanjipani Imran’ has been arrested by the Counter‑Terrorism and Investigation Division.

According to Police Media Spokesman, ASP F. U. Wootler, the arrest was made during a raid in the Ja‑Ela, Kala Road area on Monday (20), following intelligence information. 

ASP Wootler further said that the suspect is a 38‑year‑old resident of Colombo 15. 

He has been identified as an associate of Kanjipani Imran, said to be currently overseas.

ASP Wootler said investigations are underway by the Counter‑Terrorism and Investigation Division into the arrest. (Newswire)

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