News Today: Lohan Ratwatte’s Wife Remanded in Custody Over Unregistered Jeep Discovery

The wife of former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte has been remanded until November 7th after appearing before the Nugegoda Magistrate’s Court. The court’s decision follows the discovery of an unregistered luxury jeep found at her residence in Mirihana, leading to her immediate detention.

This development has caught public attention, as Lohan Ratwatte, who remains at the Colombo National Hospital, was recently transferred from the prison hospital under court-ordered medical care. Ratwatte has been receiving treatment for a medical emergency, according to sources.

The Nugegoda Magistrate’s decision to remand his wife highlights an ongoing investigation into the legality surrounding the unregistered vehicle. Further legal proceedings are anticipated in the coming days, which could bring new insights into the case.

The Ratwatte family’s legal matters have become a high-profile issue, prompting broader discussion on legal compliance and the repercussions of unauthorized vehicle possession in Sri Lanka.