The Colombo Magistrate's Court has adjourned proceedings in a money laundering case involving Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa and three others, waiting for guidance from the Attorney General on how to proceed.

The Colombo Chief Magistrate's Court has deferred a money laundering case against Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa and three co-accused until October 29, as investigators await legal directions from the Attorney General's office.

Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama heard submissions from Criminal Investigation Department officers, who indicated that they had sought the Attorney General's counsel regarding the appropriate course of action in the case. During the hearing, officers informed the court that the requested guidance had not yet been received and requested additional time for the matter.

The case names Rajapaksa alongside Nithya Senani Samaranayake, Sujani Bogollagama, and Sudarshana Ganegoda, all identified as directors of NR Consultancy (Pvt) Ltd. According to the prosecution allegations, Rajapaksa invested Rs. 15 million in the company while serving as a Member of Parliament, with authorities contending that the funds originated from unlawful sources. The charges fall under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

The adjournment reflects standard judicial procedure in cases where the prosecution requires clarification on legal strategy before proceeding. The court's next hearing date of October 29 will determine whether the Attorney General's office has provided the necessary instructions for the case to advance.