A Lanka Truth report has revealed that organized crime figures who enjoyed political protection after Mahinda Rajapaksa assumed the presidency will remain behind bars. The report names former minister Mervyn Silva as a prominent figure who provided political cover for these criminal operations. This development signals a potential shift in Sri Lanka’s law enforcement approach, targeting those once shielded by political connections. The continued imprisonment of these individuals marks a significant step in addressing organized crime linked to political patronage.
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