A major anti-corruption probe is closing in on a celebrated singer and high-ranking security officials over a Rs. 30 million fraud. The Bribery Commission is reopening stalled cases as witness testimonies pile up, signaling an imminent wave of high-profile arrests in Sri Lanka.
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption has launched an urgent investigation targeting a widely recognized Sri Lankan singer and several top security officials in connection with serious corruption and financial misconduct that allegedly took place in the past.
According to internal sources, the singer is expected to be arrested soon over his alleged involvement in a case that caused a financial loss of nearly Rs. 30 million to the government. The officials under scrutiny include a group of senior police officers and several retired officers, all of whom are accused of being involved in corrupt deals during their tenure.
Although complaints had been filed previously against the institution operated by the singer and against multiple influential figures within the security sector, many of these cases had been stalled or ignored due to external interference and political pressure. Investigations had either been delayed or suspended despite clear evidence of wrongdoing.
Now, with the resumption of inquiries, the Bribery Commission has received new momentum. Numerous witnesses have come forward to testify, and their statements are forming a strong foundation for legal action. A senior investigation officer confirmed that based on the newly revealed facts, the Commission would proceed with arrests in the near future.
This marks a significant step by Sri Lanka’s anti-corruption authorities to revive suppressed cases and enforce accountability. The move also sends a strong message that no individual regardless of fame or former authority will be exempt from prosecution if found guilty of misusing public resources.
