The Bribery Commission has withdrawn four cases filed against former Minister Johnston Fernando over the latter's failure to declare assets. 

The Commission has so far filed five cases against Fernando over the same matter. 

The Commission has now decided to withdraw four cases which were filed against the former Minister who faced multiple investigations over bribery and corruption. 

Following the Bribery Commission's withdrawal, the Colombo Chief Magistrate has discharged the former Parliamentarian from the case.