Sri Lanka, Aug. 22 -- Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), has been brought to the Colombo Fort Magistrate's Court, a short while ago.

He was escorted to the court premises by CID officers under heavy security, Ada Derana reporter said.

Former President Wickremesinghe was arrested today (22) after arriving at the CID to record a statement in connection with an ongoing investigation.

Accordingly, it is further stated that the investigation pertains to Ranil Wickremesinghe's visit to London to attend a graduation ceremony of his wife, Professor Maithree Wickremesinghe, during his tenure as President, allegedly using state funds.

The CID had earlier presented evidence rel...