Operation News
Navy nabs 02 persons with a stock of sea cucumbers in Silawathura
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A special search operation mounted by the Navy in Pandaraweli beach vicinity, Silawathura on 14th May 2024 led to the apprehension of 02 individuals who were in the process of preparing about 3500 illegally harvested sea cucumbers for transportation. Along with the stock of sea cucumbers, a cab used for this illegal act was also taken into the naval custody.
16 May 2024
A suspects held with 1440 Pregabalin capsules in Batticaloa
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A coordinated operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Police Special Task Force (STF) - Kalladi led to the arrest of a suspect and seizure of 1440 Pregabalin capsules and a car in Batticaloa on 11th May 2024.
12 May 2024
A person nabbed in Kalpitiya for possessing antiques suspected to be gold
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A search operation carried out by the Navy and Divisional Crime Investigation Bureau, Puttalam in the Alankuda area of Kalpitiya on 11th May 2024 resulted in the arrest of an individual possessing antiques suspected to be gold.
12 May 2024
Thirteen (13) persons apprehended for illegal harvesting of sea cucumbers in Mannar
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Search operations conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard in Pesalai and Vankalapadu sea area of Mannar on 09th May 2024, led to the apprehension of 13 persons for illegal harvesting and transporting of sea cucumbers. The operations also resulted in the seizure of about 627 sea cucumbers, 07 trawlers and unauthorized fishing equipment.
10 May 2024
Navy apprehends 11 persons for engaging in illegal fishing in northern seas
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The Navy nabbed 11 persons for engaging in illegal night diving and light-coarse fishing, during separate operations conducted in the sea areas of Kudarappu and Chalai, Kilinochchi on 07th May 2024. The operations also led to the seizure of 04 dinghies, about 650 sea cucumbers, diving equipment and unauthorized fishing gear.
08 May 2024
Sri Lanka Coast Guard pressed into action to combat fuel spill emergency
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Following a bowser accident involving fuel transportation in the Guruluwela area of Laggala, Matale on 05th May 2024, a successful operation was conducted to remove the fuel that had leaked into the water of Ravanagama Lake, with the assistance of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard.
07 May 2024
Approx. 120kg of smuggled Tendu leaves seized in Kalpitiya
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A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the beach vicinity of Uchchamunai, Kalpitiya on the evening of 04th May 2024 led to the recovery of approx. 120kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves. It is suspected that the stock of Tendu leaves has been smuggled via sea routes.
05 May 2024
Navy assists in clearing blockages beneath Dodangoda and Agaliya bridges
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In a remarkable display of its expertise, the Sri Lanka Navy on 03rd May 2024 cleared blockages under the Dodangoda and Agaliya bridges over Gin River in Baddegama area of Galle, ensuring the smooth flow of water downstream.
04 May 2024
Navy apprehends 06 persons for engaging in illegal fishing in northern seas
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The Navy nabbed 06 persons for engaging in illegal light-coarse fishing, during a search operation conducted in the sea area of Chalai, Jaffna on 03rd May 2024. The operation also led to the seizure of 03 dinghies and unauthorized fishing gear used by the suspects.
04 May 2024
Thirteen (13) persons held in Mannar for illegal harvesting of sea cucumber
Coordinated search operations conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard in the sea areas of Vankalei and Pallimunai, Mannar on 29th and 30th April 2024 led to the apprehension of 13 persons for illegal harvesting of sea cucumber. The operations also resulted in the confiscation of 777 illegally harvested sea cucumbers, diving gear and 05 trawlers.
01 May 2024