Court orders banks to report on accounts of 'Panadura Nilanga'

Chief Magistrate Asanka S. Bodaragama approved the request filed by the CID following a motion by the investigating officers. The CID had informed the court that there is intelligence indicating significant funds have been circulated through two of Nilanga’s bank accounts, which could be linked to drug trafficking and other criminal offences.

Authorities emphasised that tracking how money flows through those accounts is critical for further investigations. With the court’s approval, the two banks have been ordered to examine those accounts and submit full reports to the CID.

Panadura Nilanga remains in police custody for questioning as the investigations continue.