Unlawful assets case, Colombo High Court

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Allegation: Acquiring assets and funds of nearly Rs. 75 million beyond lawful income, 2010 to 2015
Status: Recalled for further hearing on 22 September 2026, with witnesses summoned; no verdict reported
Appears on: Politicians and investigators
Last checked: 12 Oct 2026 (what this means)

Wimal Weerawansa / On trial in / Unlawful assets case, Colombo High CourtAllegation
- The case alleges he acquired assets and funds of nearly Rs. 75 million beyond his lawful income while a Cabinet Minister. Further hearing dates were set.22 Oct 2025 · Ada Derana · Corruption case against ex-Minister Wimal Weerawansa fixed for hearing
- On 3 September 2026 the Colombo High Court ordered the case taken up again for further hearing on 22 September and summonses issued for witnesses.3 Sep 2026 · Newswire · Colombo High Court to re‑hear case against Wimal Weerawansa
Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption / Brought / Unlawful assets case, Colombo High Court
- The case was filed by the Bribery Commission under the Bribery Act.22 Oct 2025 · Ada Derana · Corruption case against ex-Minister Wimal Weerawansa fixed for hearing