Navy assists apprehension of person with heroin

The Navy apprehended a person for possession of heroin, during a coordinated operation conducted with the Police in Thewampiddi area, Mannar on 22^nd May 2020.

Sri Lanka Navy which has also aimed its focus at eradication of drug menace from the society, has been able to apprehend a number of drug smugglers through its anti-drug operations. Accordingly, naval personnel attached to the North Central Naval Command, together with Illuppaikaddawai Police, interrogated a suspect while conducting a search in Thewampiddi area, Mannar. During further search, 6g and 350mg of heroin had been found in his possession. Accordingly, the suspect along with drugs was taken into custody.

The suspect was identified as a 29 year old resident of Wellankulam area in Mannar. The Illuppaikaddawai Police is conducting further investigation into the incident.