Bribery Probe Targets Former Secretary of MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption arrested a Development Officer employed by the Uva Provincial Council. This officer previously served as private secretary to Member of Parliament Chamara Sampath Dassanayake. The arrest was made by Bribery Commission officials in connection with an alleged bribery scheme involving Rs. 8.1 million. The Bribery Commission stated that the inquiry into the matter remains active and ongoing.

The allegations suggest the officer may have received or solicited bribes totaling Rs. 8.1 million while in office. The case draws attention to the oversight mechanisms governing the conduct of political staff and the potential for abuse of influence in public office.