⚖️ Formal Complaint Filed Over Death of Former SriLankan Airlines CEO

An independent investigative platform, Fair Comment, has lodged a formal criminal complaint with the IGP and CID seeking an investigation into the death of former SriLankan Airlines CEO, Kapila Chandrasena. • Allegations of Misconduct: The complaint targets high-ranking officials of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), alleging criminal intimidation and abetment of suicide under the Penal Code. • The March 18 Affidavit: Central to the case is a sworn affidavit signed by Chandrasena while in remand. The document—now being treated as a "Dying Declaration"—claims psychological pressure and threats were used as interrogation tactics to extract testimony against third parties. • Timeline of Events: • 18 March 2026: Affidavit executed detailing alleged threats. • 08 May 2026: Chandrasena’s death occurred, reportedly hours after renewed legal pressure from investigators. • Request for Independence: Due to the involvement of CIABOC leadership, the complainant has requested that an independent unit within the CID handle the inquiry to avoid conflicts of interest and uphold judicial ethics within the aviation and public sectors. 📑