SLBFE to initiate investigations on fraud and corruption cases
November 13, 2024 10:16 am
The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has stated that it has taken steps to initiate investigations into nearly 15 cases of alleged fraud and corruption that have occurred recently.
According to SLBFE’s Chairman, Kosala Wickramasinghe, the Bureau has received a total of 3,040 complaints.
“Special unit has received 3,040 complaints. 1,124 complaints can be resolved on a day-to-day basis,” he added.
Additionally, he further stated that they have identified 15 cases of suspected fraud and corruption, which were selected based on information gathered through an internal audit. Currently, three of these cases are under formal auditing.
He also stated that they also reviewing other cases that have been discussed in the media and are gathering more information on them.
