A special operation carried out by Sri Lanka Navy and Sri Lanka Police made way to the seizure of about 183kg and 715g of Kerala cannabis with a street value of over Rs. 55 million.
A statement issued by the Sri Lanka Navy noted that the seizure took place at the Murungan Panniwettuwan roadblock in Mannar yesterday (28). The operation also led to the apprehension of 02 suspects and a lorry.
The stock of Kerala cannabis had been concealed among pharmaceuticals, cosmetic and hygiene products being transported in the lorry. Following the recovery of the items, the stock of Kerala cannabis, two suspects and the lorry were taken into custody.
Sri Lanka Navy has been vigilant over wide ranging illegal activities including the smuggling of drugs, with a view to preventing the influx of such narcotic substances into the island.
The suspects held in the operation were identified as residents of Kandy and Trincomalee, aged 28 and 34. Murungan Police is conducting further investigations into the incident.
Stock of Kerala Ganja worth Rs. 55 million seized
29 Aug 2021
Stock of Kerala Ganja worth Rs. 55 million seized
29 Aug 2021
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