January 05, Colombo (LNW): Former Minister Johnston Fernando was taken into custody by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) earlier today in connection with a high-profile financial misconduct inquiry.

Fernando arrived at the FCID headquarters this morning following a summons issued as part of the ongoing investigation. Police had previously warned that an arrest warrant would be sought through the courts if he failed to respond to the notice.

The case centres on allegations that the former minister misused a Lanka Sathosa lorry, resulting in financial losses to the state.