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Jaliya Wickramasuriya

Listed from published reports. Appearing here is not a finding of wrongdoing.

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Role

Former Ambassador to the United States

Status

Arrest warrant issued 22 July 2026; living in the United States, according to the CID; no charge proven

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Last checked

12 Oct 2026 (what this means)

Connections (1)

• Jaliya Wickramasuriya / Wanted in / Washington embassy building inquiryAllegation
  • The Colombo Fort Magistrate issued a warrant on 22 July 2026 after he failed to appear. He is accused of misappropriating about US$332,000 in the purchase of an embassy building; the CID said he was living in the United States and evading proceedings. The article carries no response from him.22 Jul 2026 · Newswire · Warrant issued for ex‑Ambassador Jaliya Wickramasuriya over misappropriation of funds