Shiranthi Rajapaksa, who is currently held in remand custody, has been scheduled to undergo an eye examination at the Colombo Eye Hospital. Prisons Spokesperson Senaka Pallethanna confirmed that arrangements were made to direct her to the facility, noting that she is currently in good health within the medical ward of the female detention division.
The scheduled visit follows preliminary health checks conducted at the detention facility. Acting Commissioner General of Prisons Prasad Hemantha stated that medical personnel obtained several samples from Rajapaksa, including blood samples required for necessary diagnostic tests.
Key Developments
- Shiranthi Rajapaksa was arrested on October 07 over allegations involving the acquisition of Rs. 10 million from a state bank.
- The charges include alleged offenses under the Public Property Act connected to misappropriation and corruption.
- Prison authorities collected blood and other diagnostic samples ahead of her referral to the Colombo Eye Hospital.
- She remains housed in the medical ward of the female detention division in stable health.
Following her arrest, Rajapaksa was produced before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court, which ordered her to be placed in remand custody until October 13 as legal proceedings continue.