The Hambantota Magistrate’s Court today ordered the release of the three suspects, including the owner of the Hambantota Bird Park, who were accused of illegally importing 21 motorcycles, including 11 high-capacity motorcycles.
The court issued this order after officials of the Central Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) informed the court that they did not intend to pursue the case further.
On July 12, 2025, 21 motorcycles worth about Rs. 250 million were arrested from the Hambantota Bird Park premises along with two of its employees. Subsequently, the owner of the Hambantota Bird Park, Ajith Gallage, was also arrested and remanded in custody in connection with the incident.
The suspects were later released on bail and the case was heard before the Hambantota Magistrate’s Court. Accordingly, today, the main suspect, the owner, storekeeper and another employee of the Hambantota Bird Park, were acquitted of the charges filed against them, including the importation, possession and assembly of unauthorized motorcycles.