Sri Lanka's Former First Lady Arrested Over Alleged Donation Misuse

Sri Lanka's former first lady, 73, has been arrested over alleged misuse of children's hospital donations by a charity linked to her.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 7, 2026 at 10:45 AM EDT

Sri Lanka's Former First Lady Arrested Over Alleged Donation Misuse

Sri Lanka's 73-year-old former first lady has been arrested in connection with allegations involving donations intended for a children's hospital, according to BBC News.

The allegations concern a charity linked to her that is accused of misusing the donated funds.

Originally reported by BBC News. Read the full story at BBC News

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