Wimal Weerawansa Summoned by Police Over Monument Incident; Bribery Case Hearing Postponed

Former Minister Wimal Weerawansa has been summoned by Talangama Police to provide a statement on May 22nd concerning an alleged incident at the Battaramulla War Heroes' monument, where he is accused of unlawful entry and obstructing police duty. Responding to media, Weerawansa stated he is prepared to face any legal proceedings and noted he had received information about potential arrest. This police inquiry stems from a complaint filed by a resident. Separately, a bribery case against Weerawansa, related to allegedly acquiring over Rs. 75 million in assets beyond his legal income between 2010-2014, was heard in Colombo High Court on May 21st and has been postponed to June 8th.