It is reported that a valuable car belonging to a person who is said to be involved in a pyramid scheme, was parked in front of the house in Herodara Mawatha, Ranna, and was set on fire by some group.
A large number of people have deposited money in that area through the pyramid scheme and the depositors have been angry with him because of the suspension of payments. The car was completely destroyed by the fire and he has complained to the Hungama police about the incident.
It is reported that the Hungama Police are conducting investigations into the incident under the supervision of the Senior Superintendent of Police in charge of Tangalla Division Mr. KB Keerthiratne.