The Civic Invocation: Reporting Scams and Fraud in Sri Lanka

In today’s digital and financial landscape, scams are no longer rare — they’re ritualized traps. From fake job offers and visa promises to WhatsApp deception and investment fraud, many Sri Lankans face these threats daily. This guide helps you take action, restore clarity, and protect your community.

Where to Report Scams in Sri Lanka

1. Sri Lanka Police – Criminal Investigation Department (CID) – අපරාධ විමර්ෂණ දෙපාර්තමේන්තුව

• Handles: Financial fraud, cross-border scams, identity theft, impersonation
• Prepare: Victim’s statement, suspect’s details (name, phone, photo), bank transaction records, timeline of events
• Action: Visit your nearest police station and request escalation to CID

2. Computer Crime Investigation Division (CCID) – පරිගණක අපරාධ විමර්ශන අංශය

• Handles: WhatsApp and social media scams, online impersonation, fake donation campaigns, romance scams
• Email: [email protected]
• Include: Screenshots, chat logs, contact details, full incident description

3. CIABOC – Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption – අල්ලස් හෝ දූෂණ චෝදනා විමර්ශන කොමිෂන් සභාව

• Handles: Bribery, corruption, asset misrepresentation, fraud involving public officials
• Online Complaint Form: ciaboc.gov.lk/contact/complaints
• Attach: Documents, incident description, request for investigation

Common Scenarios You Can Report

• Fake job offers (local or overseas)
• Visa and migration scams
• Investment fraud and pyramid schemes
• Real estate deception
• Romance scams and emotional manipulation
• Social media impersonation
• Bribery and misuse of public office

Kapothi Ritual Tip

Create a scroll of fraud documentation with:

• Timeline of events
• Transaction logs
• Screenshots and chat logs
• Personal statement

Stylize it with clarity and emotional resonance — ready for submission and archival.