Over 80 arrested on drug charges in special island-wide police operation

Over 80 arrested on drug charges in special island-wide police operation

December 17, 2023   06:40 pm

The special police operations that commenced this morning (17) across the island have resulted in the arrest of 83 suspects thus far, Minister of Public Security Tiran Alles said.

The Minister stated that this includes 45 suspects who had been wanted in connection with narcotics-related offences.

Sri Lanka Police commenced a special operation from today in order to eradicate drugs trafficking and the underworld in the country.

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