Sri Lanka's navy accused of helping people smugglers

By Ben Doherty, Sri Lanka
Updated March 6 2013 - 7:08am, first published 7:00am
Sri Lankan navy spokesman Commander Kosala Warnakulasuriya said allegations of naval complicity were baseless. Photo: James Brickwood
Sri Lankan navy spokesman Commander Kosala Warnakulasuriya said allegations of naval complicity were baseless. Photo: James Brickwood

Sri Lanka's navy is alleged to be a major player in the island's people-smuggling operations, helping asylum seekers leave the country in boats bound for Australia.