‘Raththaran’ arrested over sexual violence on minor granted bail

February 28, 2019 02:26 pm

Southern Provincial Councillor Krishantha Pushpakumara alias ‘Raththaran’, who was earlier arrested for committing serious sexual abuse against a minor, has been granted bail by the Galle Magistrate’s Court.

He was released on two sureties, each worth Rs 500,000, and a cash bail of Rs 25,000, Ada Derana reporter said.

Pushpakumara was arrested this morning (28) for allegedly committing serious sexual abuse against a 16-year-old school girl on the 26th of February.

He was arrested by the Akmeemana Police when he surrendered to the police through his attorney.

‘Raththaran’ charged with sexual violence on minor
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