Search of his residence: Sujeewa to file legal action

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Colombo, Nov 05 (Daily Mirror) - While labelling the search of his residence as an act of political victimisation, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) National Organizer Sujeewa Senasinghe said today that he will file legal action against the Walana Corruption Prevention Unit.

"I will file a Fundamental Rights case and a defamation case, as I see this as a violation of my rights and an act of political victimisation," Senasinghe told the Daily Mirror.

"I have criticised former Presidents, including Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga and Mahinda Rajapaksa, but I have never had such gloomy experiences as the one I underwent yesterday," he said.

He said that the Corruption Prevention Unit did not find anything at his residence.

"I think what they wanted was to find out whether I had hidden any vehicles inside my residence. I don’t have to hide vehicles, as I have the means to purchase one openly," he added.

Senasinghe's residence in Kollupitiya was searched last morning.

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Wiseman Tuesday, 05 November 2024 12:06 PM

No need to complain if you had nothing to hide. Just comply with the authorities and stop whining.

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Insider Tuesday, 05 November 2024 01:47 PM

Suppose someone complained against you without facts or real cause, how would you react. That way no one is safe from police harrassment. There is law AND ORDER.

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L Jaya Wednesday, 06 November 2024 02:13 AM

Are you affiliated to JVP

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Amila Perera Tuesday, 05 November 2024 12:23 PM

This person has lots of money. He is a member of foot note gang of central bank robbery.

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Robert Alwis Tuesday, 05 November 2024 12:23 PM

Looks like the same old story with a bunch of new faces from the Malimawa. For example some of the appointments made such as presidents secretary unless otherwise totally reformed only gives the usually bribing clearing agents community ripples of laughter when we ask if he was a good guy. Hope AKDs and Dr Harinis sincere intent to do good for the nation is not tarnished with useless election stunts and deceit.

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johan Tuesday, 05 November 2024 12:33 PM

May be this is to check about 3 M cheque you received from Mendis Co.

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Rakitha W Tuesday, 05 November 2024 12:39 PM

You're free to file a lawsuit, as it's everyone's right. But please remember that if the presidents you mentioned had done this, they would have found something on you to fulfill their intentions. Isn't this another example of law enforcement agencies functioning more fairly than they did under those presidents?

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Gona Tuesday, 05 November 2024 12:42 PM

He has means. Yes, very true, so much money was given by Aloysius, to cover up the bond scam. They were given by cheques and Shani has enough evidence to prosecute Sujeewa Boorusinghe. Sujeewa even wrote a book to cover up the scam under Ranil's advice.

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Gayan Tuesday, 05 November 2024 12:50 PM

This should be condemned without any political affiliations. Never expected this from NPP govt.

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hasaka Tuesday, 05 November 2024 02:23 PM

Found out from two other sources they had obtained a search warrant before the search. In that case, shouldn't we be happy it was done legally, not using a white van or something?

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Jamaldeen Tuesday, 05 November 2024 01:04 PM

As long as it is legally done, it is ok. All the people are equal before the law, whether it is Sumanasiri of Matara, Mohamed of Colombo, Ratwatte of Kandy or Nadarajah of Jaffna. The search would have been done based on reasonable suspicion.Sujeewa may be able to afford to buy expensive cars in the market, but the biggest violators of law are the rich politicians. If he has not done any wrong, he doesn't have to worry.

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mnsmart Tuesday, 05 November 2024 03:13 PM

Yes he should be happy that house was searched, nothing found, so be happy as the doubts has cleared and you look clean. why worry so much

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Dilakshan Seneviratne Tuesday, 05 November 2024 01:18 PM

Search was properly done with a magistrate’s warrant, whether they found anything or not. So is he going to court against the judicial system?

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Spartacus Tuesday, 05 November 2024 01:44 PM

Ha ha deal man complaining. Obviously Master Crooks like you know how to cover up.

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wsw Tuesday, 05 November 2024 01:44 PM

Here we go, another big show clown, revels in cheap publicity, good at draining public recourses at the expense of the poor taxpayer. If you have nothing to hide, no need to fear, else go ahead and do whatever it takes, to prove yourself.

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Rosharn Marasinghe Tuesday, 05 November 2024 01:49 PM

What is wrong in searching your house,Sujeeva.These searches have been done by authorities to many of our citizens in the past.So how can you be above the law?All have to obey the Law.You are trying to seek privilege treatment like how the 76 years rulers did.

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Ram P Tuesday, 05 November 2024 02:11 PM

Politicians file law suits when action of a government is unpalatable. Sujeewa, Please file and prosecute the case to a finish without abandoning half way. I have seen politicinas sending Letters of Demand, file cases but none have reached the Judgement stage

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Sam Tuesday, 05 November 2024 03:11 PM

Must be lookin for W M Mendis cheques .just think about it.

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Good show Tuesday, 05 November 2024 03:29 PM

ANYTHING HAPPENED FOR POLITICIAN. ANSWER POLITICAL REVENGE.

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Nihal S Tuesday, 05 November 2024 05:05 PM

Yes, you are free to file a case. But remember, the search was done with a court order. You can challenge the Court. Cooperate with the authorities and prove that you are innocent - it is the best weapon in these situations.

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Tissa Fernando Tuesday, 05 November 2024 06:53 PM

NPP rule , after the Election things are going to like North Korea. Wait and see. AKD losingers will be replaced with Nai Miris.

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Anthony. R Tuesday, 05 November 2024 07:10 PM

It is "One Country one Law" corrupt and guilty are afraid. Sujeeva the authorities are within their rights, none is above the law. Now learn to obey the "Law"

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Sambo Tuesday, 05 November 2024 07:47 PM

Banana Sujee is another famous for corruptions. All those who are corrupt will always deny until proven guilty.

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P. Jayantha Mendis Tuesday, 05 November 2024 11:19 PM

Big talkar who pocketed bribes from perpertual treasuries.

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Soori Maripalan Wednesday, 06 November 2024 02:56 AM

These are all corrupt and living with illegal public money - jumping here and there - unfortunately there are no more! Pack all and hide!

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Sambo Wednesday, 06 November 2024 07:15 AM

Your case will be dismissed even without being called. So have a banana and take it easy. If not you will also have to count the iron bars in her majesties free boarding house.

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Roberta Flack Wednesday, 06 November 2024 04:52 PM

It’s quite evident that this new President unlike the past ones, used the police and army to do their dirty work. The police is working independently and if they have reasons to suspect they will search your house. Understand one thing Mr. Semesinghe politicians are not above the law. Those days are gone with the former Presidents you mention and also RW.

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