SriLanka, Oct. 4 -- The Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) of Sri Lanka Police says it has launched an extensive investigation into 17 more companies suspected of illegally transferring US dollars overseas under the guise of importing goods.



The FCID said it believes that all 17 companies are operated by one or two individuals.



The investigation follows a complaint lodged by Sri Lanka Customs with the FCID alleging that several companies had been transferring funds overseas, under the pretext of importing goods from foreign countries.



Based on information uncovered during the investigation, two individuals who were operating 72 companies involved in similar illegal activities were arrested and remanded.



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