Vijitha Herath arrested and released on bail

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Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) Propaganda Secretary Vijitha Herath was released on bail after he was arrested by the Welikada Police when his vehicle crashed into a telephone post in Rajagiriya last morning.

Police sources said they expected to file a case against Herath for allegedly damaging public property.

Commenting on the incident after being granted bail, Herath said the accident happened due to his attempts to avoid hitting a pedestrian who suddenly tried to cross the road. He denied reports that he was drunk behind the wheel.