Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella was arrested today (18) by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), officials confirmed.

Rambukwella arrived at the CIABOC headquarters this morning to record a statement in connection with an ongoing investigation.

Following the questioning, the former minister was taken into custody by the Bribery Commission.

Further details regarding the allegations and the next legal steps are expected to be disclosed by CIABOC.