Two Israeli nationals released after alleged assault on hotel owner and wife in Arugam Bay

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Pottuvil - September 01 (Daily Mirror ): Two Israeli nationals who were arrested by Pottuvil Police on Friday (29) for allegedly assaulting a hotel owner and his wife in Arugam Bay, were released on bail.

Police said the incident took place when the two foreigners, both aged 26, obstructed the road while the couple was travelling in their vehicle. A heated argument ensued, which escalated into a physical assault.

The victims sustained injuries and were admitted to the hospital for treatment.

The suspects were produced before the Pottuvil Magistrate's court on Saturday and released on a surety bail of Rs. 1 million.

The Magistrate also ordered them to hand over their passports to the court and the case will be taken again for further hearing on Wednesday.

Arugam Bay, a popular beach spot in Sri Lanka, has recently faced concerns about the behaviour of some Israeli tourists. The area is known for surfing and attracting visitors from around the world.

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Mohamed Adham Monday, 01 September 2025 09:00 AM

Bail was granted faster than the speed of the Bail granted to Ranil. Such seems to be the Power, leverage and influence of the Jews in this country and particularly with this Deaf Dumb and Silent NPP government. The Islamophobes would applaud and be very happy with these kind of developments, but, it would be very very late when this jew shit really hits the fan. enjoy until then people.

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Dr Tissa Fernando Monday, 01 September 2025 10:08 AM

Pacha lion is afraid of mighty wolves .

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Ramm P Monday, 01 September 2025 11:04 AM

Granting bail depends on the legal provisions attached to an offence. The Arugam Bay case is a assault or simple hurt case that is bailable. Ranils case is loss caused to state in a sum more than Rs25000. That offence requires to satisfy the Magistrate with special circumstances or reasons to grant bail. Alternatively it is the High Court that can consider bail. So the two cases cannot be compared on the issue of bail

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F. Rahman Monday, 01 September 2025 11:44 AM

Discrimination of justice to Former president whist special treatment for foreigners. When did magistrate Court work Saturday. Was it opened specifically for this case. Poor Ranil was not treated equally. The minister of justice may please answer this discrimination

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Harsha Monday, 01 September 2025 12:22 PM

Good point! Anti-corruption officers please take note!

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Rosh Jan Monday, 01 September 2025 12:14 PM

Nip it in the bud before it becomes a menace, why weren't they deported straight away? there is a reason they were expelled from 109 countries as history shows, need to act fast before they become gum on your boots.

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Jeeves Monday, 01 September 2025 12:35 PM

Whatever the outcome, I hope that government will reconsider public concerns of the Israeli presence in Arugam Bay. This incident highlights the arrogance, thuggery and disregard these people have for our citizens! Even our women are not safe! Why should we tolerate this? It must be stopped asap!

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Jeanne Monday, 01 September 2025 01:27 PM

This country is cooked. And crooked. It's all about the money. And that's the reason why all these "show" arrests are released within 24 hours. We are a pathetic joke.

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Dr Tissa Fernando Monday, 01 September 2025 01:53 PM

The anti semitism is sttrong in Sri Lanka. Sometimes I am very ashamed of my country and people.

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Shah Ahamed Tuesday, 02 September 2025 06:38 AM

They we expelled from 109 countries....that says a lot Pacha Tissa.

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