Two former Sri Lanka Army intelligence personnel, arrested in connection with the 2008 abduction and assault of journalist Keith Noyahr, have been granted bail by the Mt. Lavinia Magistrate’s Court.
The suspects, aged 42 and 46, were arrested by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in the Nawagaththegama and Elayapaththuwa areas. Following their production before the court, they were released on bail.
The CID continues to investigate the case, which dates back to May 22, 2008, when journalist Keith Noyahr was abducted on Vaidya Road in Dehiwala. He was reportedly assaulted before being released several hours later.
Noyahr, who was the Associate Editor of The Nation newspaper at the time, was known for his critical reporting on military and political affairs. His abduction sparked widespread condemnation and calls for justice. (NewsWire)
