Missing documents delay Kassapa Thero’s writ petition; Hearing to resume at 1.30 PM - DailyNews
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Source: Daily News
Published: 2026-01-22 18:54 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Crime & Justice, Law & Courts
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The Court of Appeal was informed today (22) that the necessary documents regarding the writ petitions filed by Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero and others have not yet been received. The petitions seek an order directing the Trincomalee Magistrate’s Court to release the monks currently remanded in connection with the Trincomalee beach Buddha statue incident.
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