Karuna released on bail by Colombo Chief Magistrate

Former Minister Vinayagamurthi Muralitharan alias Karuna Amman was today released on bail by the Colombo Chief Magistrate.

The court had on Monday refused to free Karuna Amman who was in remand over the alleged misuse of a Government vehicle.

Karuna Amman had filed a bail application but it was rejected on Monday by the Colombo Chief Magistrate.

However today the Colombo Chief Magistrate granted bail to the former Deputy Minister.

Karuna Amman however has been banned from leaving the country. The case will be heard again in February.

Courtesy: Colombo Gazette