The Colombo High Court has scheduled September 22, 2026, for the further hearing of a bribery case against former Minister Wimal Weerawansa. Filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), the case alleges that Weerawansa unlawfully acquired assets exceeding Rs. 75 million beyond his legitimate income during his tenure as a minister between 2010 and 2014. The proceedings took place before High Court Judge Mohamed Mihail, who also ordered summons to be issued for witnesses to appear on the next hearing date.
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Colombo High Court Sets September 22 for Further Hearing in Ex-Minister Weerawansa Bribery Case
TLDR
Ex-Minister Wimal Weerawansa bribery case hearing set for Sept 22, 2026.
Accused of acquiring over Rs. 75 million unlawfully.
Colombo High Court orders witness summons.