Sri Lanka, Dec. 31 -- Johan Fernando, the son of former Minister Johnston Fernando, who was arrested yesterday (30) by the Financial Crimes Investigation Department (FCID), was produced before the Wattala Magistrate's Court today.

He was arrested in Kurunegala by FCID officers in connection with several allegations, including the alleged misappropriation of a lorry belonging to Lanka Sathosa and other vehicles during Johnston Fernando's tenure as Minister of Trade.

Johan Fernando faces charges relating to money laundering, offences under the Public Property Act, misuse of state property, and criminal misappropriation.

Police stated that investigations are continuing to arrest former Minister Johnston Fernando in connection with the sam...