Developing : Former minister Patali Champika Ranawaka remanded

COLOMBO(News 1st) - Former Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka has been arrested by the Colombo Crimes Division. This was confirmed to News1st by the Attorney General's Department. 9.12 PM - According to our reporters, Patali Chanmpika Ranawaka is currently at the Colombo Crimes Division. The former minister is to be taken to court in a short while. 9.20 PM - Our reporters also note that UNP MPs Sajith Premadasa, S.M. Marrikar and political activist Shiral Lakthilaka have arrived at the CCD. 9.38 PM - Patali Champika Ranawaka has been taken out of the CCD in a Police SUV 10.05 PM - Patali Champika Ranawaka has been produced before the Colombo Magistrates Court 10:48 PM - MP Patali Champika remanded until tomorrow by Colombo Magistrate's Court