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Newswire reports that the Computer Crime Investigation Division’s North Western Province Unit arrested a 36-year-old resident of Nawagattegama on October 19, 2026. WhatNews (සිංහල) also identifies the person as 36 and from Nawagattegama.

Newswire reports that the scheme was promoted through Telegram as an online business opportunity to earn money. WhatNews (සිංහල) likewise says people were approached with the prospect of earning through online businesses.

WhatNews (සිංහල) and Newswire report that the amount involved was Rs. 12,691,033. Newswire says Rs. 500,000 of the funds was deposited directly into the resident’s personal bank account and describes the alleged role as aiding the fraud.

Newswire reports that the North Western Province Unit is conducting further investigations.

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