Govt Reveals Progress in Easter Attack Investigations

Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala announced today (7 December) that 747 suspects have been arrested in connection with the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks, following investigations conducted by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and the Terrorism Investigation Division (TID).

Speaking in Parliament, the Minister disclosed that the Attorney General has filed charges against 100 suspects in 14 cases before the High Court. He added that further investigations are ongoing.

Minister Wijepala highlighted that new developments have surfaced in the investigations, including evidence presented in the Channel 4 documentary and findings from other independent inquiries. He assured that additional legal actions will be taken based on these revelations.

Since the current government assumed office, the investigations have entered a new phase. On 11 November, the case was reported to the Colombo Magistrate’s Court, resulting in intensified efforts. Statements have been recorded from 48 individuals, including 12 civilian witnesses, 7 military personnel, 24 police officers, and 3 prison officers, as part of the continued inquiry.