Suspect Arrested Over Illegal Transfer of USD 25Mn Out Of Sri Lanka

Report Summary

A 25-year-old Colombo resident was arrested in Wellampitiya for allegedly transferring USD 25 million out of Sri Lanka through six fake companies between January 2024 and July 2025. The operation was uncovered by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division and the suspect is set to appear before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court. The case highlights ongoing efforts to combat illicit financial flows in the country.