Special communiqué
THE summary of evidence over charges against retired General Sarath Fonseka, made in compliance with provisions of the Army Act was completed and handed over to the Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya on the weekend.Legal officers in the Army Directorate of Legal Services are now in the process of reviewing the contents and maintain that there is a prima facie case against General Fonseka on more than five charges under the Army Act. The Army Commander, in receipt of legal consultations is expected to appoint the Court Martial for trial shortly.
The summary of evidence, recorded by Army Chief of Staff Major General Daya Rathnayaka as appointed Recording Officer was completed within a period of 22 days (February 13th - March 6th) after obtaining evidence from 35 individuals, inclusive of 22 Army personnel, 7 Police officers and 6 civilians.
Meanwhile, General Fonseka has been granted the privilege of speaking only to his daughters over the mobile phone, following a request made to the authorities. (Ends)
