The Criminal Investigation Department informed Colombo Chief Magistrate Thilina Gamage that they have launched an investigation into a case involving the fraudulent extraction of nearly US$235,000 from a businesswoman. The scam unfolded through deceptive emails promising lucrative business prospects.
According to the report presented to the Court, the investigation stemmed from a complaint filed by Teshani Weerakkody, a resident of Colombo 5. The CID provided details of the incident to the Court, stating that false promises of business opportunities were communicated via email to the complainant. Subsequently, the perpetrator(s) unlawfully obtained US$23,4720.37 from the victim.
The CID assured the Court of their commitment to pursue the case diligently. They outlined their strategy to gather evidence by procuring analytical reports on the emails and phone communications involved in the scam.
