Sampanthan quizzed

Chaminda Perera

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) yesterday recorded a statement from TNA Parliamentarian R. Sampanthan over various statements and speeches made by him against the Government through the local and international media.

Police Spokesman SSP Rajith Gunasekera said Sampanthan has been interrogated for over three hours regarding his speeches and statements against the Government.

Being a Parliamentarian, Sampanthan has harshly criticised the Government and the Armed Forces. He has also issued various statements in favour of the LTTE which is a proscribed terrorist organisation in Sri Lanka.

SSP Gunasekera said he recorded statement will be forwarded to the Attorney General and further action would be taken against him on the advice of Attorney General.