Former NLB Executive Director Thusitha Halloluwa Granted Bail

Former Executive Director of the National Lotteries Board (NLB), Thusitha Halloluwa, has been granted bail after being produced before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (18), according to an Ada Derana reporter.

Colombo Additional Magistrate Lahiru Silva ordered Halloluwa’s release on two surety bails of Rs. 500,000 each. The court also imposed a travel ban and directed that his passport be impounded.

Halloluwa, who had been evading court, was arrested in Colpetty on August 19. His arrest was connected to a shooting incident in Narahenpita involving his vehicle.

The case will continue under further court proceedings.