by Norman Palihawadane
A Chinese national has been arrested by the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) over allegations of operating an extortion racket, targeting foreign investors and businessmen at the Colombo Port City.
Police Spokesman ASP F.U. Wootler said that the suspect had been arrested by CCD officers yesterday morning (13), following complaints of extortion involving foreign investors and businesses at the Port City.
Six passports, 42 SIM cards and a stock of illegally imported cigarettes were recovered from the suspect’s possession at the time of arrest.
Investigations are underway to establish the full extent of the alleged racket and the suspect’s involvement in extortion activities.