Former SPC Chairman arrested in connection to white van accusers

Colombo (News 1st) - The Former Chairman of the State Pharmaceutical Corporation, Dr. Rumi Mohammed has been arrested in connection to the white van press conference. He was arrested after he surrendered to the CID this morning. Dr. Mohammed allegedly paid Rs 1 million each to two individuals to appear at a press conference and level allegations regarding white vans. The two individuals in question are currently in remand custody. Yesterday the Colombo Chief Magistrate's Court issued an overseas travel ban for Dr. Rumi Mohammed.