The Kelaniya Division Crime Investigations Unit has uncovered a major cache of weapons and drugs, including two SMG-type firearms with two magazines containing ten 9mm live rounds, T56 Type 02 weapon components, 9.24 kg of heroin, and 67.57 kg of Kerala cannabis.
The cache of weapons and drugs was found following Police investigations into the shooting in Ragama on 03 July, where an individual identified as ‘Army Upul’ was fatally shot.
The Police yesterday intercepted a suspicious motorcycle near Batuwatta cemetery and arrested the rider after discovering over 09 kilos of heroin in his bag.
Upon questioning, the suspect revealed he had delivered the firearm used in the Ragama shooting and had hidden it alongside another weapon at his temporary residence.
A search of the residence led to the recovery of both firearms, and further questioning led to a second stash of cannabis weighing over 67 kilos, and other items, including military gear and electronics.
The 26-year-old suspect is a resident of Baseline Road, Borella, and is currently in custody for further interrogation. (Newswire)
