State Minister Palitha Range Bandara’s son Yasodha Range Bandara, who was arrested for causing an accident, has been further remanded until June 14 by the Chilaw Magistrate’s Court.
He was arrested by officers of the Arachchikattuwa Police on June 8, on charges of drunk driving and misuse of public property.
The incident had occurred at around 12.50 am on June 6 while they were both admitted to the Chilaw Hospital afterwards. The house and cab were severely damaged due to the accident. A double cab belonging to the Ministry of Irrigation was involved in the accident while it was later reported that the state minister’s son had been driving the vehicle under the influence of alcohol at the time.
Excerpts from :: Ada Derana
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