The government is currently reviewing the recommendation made by the Attorney General concerning the suspects implicated in the murder of renowned journalist Lasantha Wickrematunge. Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa announced this development during a press briefing at the Department of Government Information today (5).
Dr. Jayatissa stated that an official statement will be issued following a thorough examination of the Attorney General’s recommendation. Earlier, the Attorney General had provided legal advice to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) regarding the potential release of three individuals, including a military intelligence officer, who have been named as suspects in the case.
This legal advice was communicated to the Director of the CID via a letter dated January 27. The government’s ongoing review is expected to guide the next steps in this high-profile investigation.
