The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered Tusitha Halloluwa, the former Director of the National Lotteries Board, to hand over his mobile phone to investigators.

The directive was issued following a request by the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD), which is probing a recent shooting incident involving Halloluwa.

The case relates to an attack that occurred while Halloluwa was travelling in a vehicle.

According to police reports, unidentified gunmen opened fire on the vehicle and allegedly stole several important documents in his possession.

The court is scheduled to reconvene this afternoon to further hear the case.

Three suspects currently in remand custody in connection with the shooting are expected to be produced before the court.

Additionally, three other individuals who were detained for 24 hours for questioning are also due to appear in court today.

(News1st)

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The second round of discussions on US-imposed tariffs on Sri Lanka was held yesterday (May 28) at the Office of the United States Trade Representative in Washington, D.C.

A high-level Sri Lankan delegation is participating in the talks, which mark a continuation of several earlier virtual meetings between the two sides.

The talks are expected to pave the way for new opportunities in trade cooperation, while aiming to secure favorable outcomes for Sri Lanka in line with its current economic priorities.

Officials anticipate that the dialogue will contribute to enhancing long-term trade relations and foster deeper economic engagement between the two nations.

The police have deployed a rapid-response motorcycle squad to swiftly apprehend fleeing suspects.

Recognizing the urgent need, armed police teams have been deployed in the Southern Province to ensure swift response to crimes and promptly apprehend fleeing suspects, thereby maintaining public order.

Accordingly, a specially organized motorcycle squad has been deployed under the leadership of Senior DIG of the Southern Province – Kithsiri Jayalath.

It includes 08 combat motorcycles,15 highway motorcycles, and around 46 officers from the Tangalle and Matara Police Divisions.

A briefing was held in this regard at the Matara District Secretariat Hall under the patronage of SDIG Kithsiri Jayalath.