Two retired female Navy officers remanded over disappearance of two women during war

Two retired female Navy petty officers have been ordered to remain in custody until October 5, 2020, in relation to the alleged abduction and disappearance of two women during the war in Trincomalee. Chief Magistrate M.S.M. Samsudeen directed that the suspects be held and presented for an identification parade on the specified date.

The individuals, who reside in Chilaw and Haputale, were apprehended after appearing before the CID in connection with another legal matter. They were subsequently brought before the Trincomalee Magistrate’s Court.

The investigation centers around the alleged abduction of Sasikumar Thenmoli and Mary Delsia, both residents of Paalaiyootru, Trincomalee, believed to have occurred on or around May 13, 2008. According to the CID, information obtained during their inquiries suggested that the women had been held at an underground facility known as the "Gun Site" within the Trincomalee Naval Base while the suspects were serving in the Navy. Following their detention, the women were reported missing.

Ongoing investigations are taking place to determine the extent of the suspects' alleged involvement in the abduction and disappearance of the two women.