Five suspects, including former Minister Johnston Fernando and his two sons, have been further remanded until February 20 by the Wattala Magistrate’s Court.

The order was issued when the suspects were produced before court following their arrest by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) in connection with an ongoing financial crimes investigation.

The court directed that the suspects remain in remand custody as inquiries continue. Further proceedings in the case are scheduled for February 20.