The Colombo Port City Economic Commission (the Commission) issues this statement in response to recent media coverage regarding an incident involving a Chinese National being robbed at a residence in Lake Drive, Borella. The Commission categorically refutes any claims insinuating that the individuals involved, maintain any affiliations, employment, or investment within the Colombo Port City.
The Commission would like to emphasize, that relying on accurate and verified information on such an incident in question of such an unfortunate criminal event, and any attempt to associate it with the activities within Colombo Port City is entirely unsubstantiated.
The Commission urges the media, the public, and all stakeholders to exercise caution and responsibility when sharing information related to such incidents and spreading unverified information which can lead to unnecessary misrepresentation, that can be detrimental to the reputation and credibility of the Colombo Port City project.
The Colombo Port City Economic Commission is actively collaborating with relevant authorities to address any concerns to ensure the well-being and security of all those associated with Colombo Port City to maintain the highest standards of safety and security.
For accurate and official information about the Colombo Port City project, we encourage individuals to refer to the Commission’s official communication channels and authorized representatives.
Colombo Port City Economic Commission
Website: www.portcitycolombo.gov.lk
Email: inquiries@portcity.gov.lk
August 28th, 2023
Director
Colombo Crime Division (CCD)
Dematagoda Police
Sri Lanka
Subject: Recent Incident Involving Chinese National Group Robbery in Relation to Colombo Port City
This letter is to request the Colombo Crimes Division’s invaluable support in rectifying misinformation concerning a recent incident involving a Chinese National Group robbery in the Borella area, who have purportedly claimed connections to either working or investing in Colombo Port City. Our immediate concern is to ensure the accuracy of information available to the public and to promptly address any misinformation.
The Colombo Port City Economic Commission (Commission) seeks to provide a clear clarification, explicitly dissociating from the recent incident involving the Chinese National Group robbery, whose members have claimed affiliations with either working or investing in Colombo Port City. The Commission firmly refutes any claims insinuating that the individuals implicated have any affiliations, employment, or investment engagements within the premises of Colombo Port City. It is crucial to emphasize the significance of relying on accurate and verified information to prevent any instances of misrepresentation.
As the responsible authority in matters of law enforcement, we kindly request your support in confirming the accuracy of the information circulated in the news. If there exist any discrepancies or supplementary details that necessitate consideration, your prompt notification would be greatly appreciated. Our objective is to ensure that the public is provided with correct information, thereby averting any unnecessary speculations or confusion.
The Colombo Port City Economic Commission is acutely aware of the pivotal role you play in sustaining public safety and order and deeply values your support and expertise support to upholding the credibility and reputation of Colombo Port City.
We sincerely appreciate your urgent attention to this matter in addressing this issue in relation to Colombo Port City. Should you require further information or clarification from our end, please do not hesitate to contact me directly via email at chairman@portcity.gov.lk or through my mobile +94 77 744 8224.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Dinesh Weerakkody