A suspect held with Kerala cannabis in Navadankulama

The Sri Lanka Navy and Madurankuliya Police nabbed a suspect (1) with about 1kg and 585g of Kerala cannabis, during a coordinated operation conducted in Navadankulama, Baththuluoya on 31 Jan 25. The operation also resulted in the seizure of a motorbike used to peddle narcotic substance.

The search operation was mounted by SLNS Thambapanni in the North Western Naval Command, with the assistance of Madurankuliya Police. The gross street value of Kerala cannabis held in this operation is believed to be over Rs. 600,000.

The suspect held in this operation is a resident of Periyapadu in Kottanthivu, aged 43. The suspect, together with Kerala cannabis and motorcycle, was handed over to the Madurankuliya Police for onward legal proceedings.