Officers of the Negombo Division Criminal Investigation Unit have arrested a 38‑year‑old resident of Ragama with Rs. 2.3 million in cash, six bank cards, and a mobile phone, all suspected to be linked to drug trafficking.
According to the Police, the arrest was made following intelligence received by the unit.
Investigations revealed that the suspect is a close associate of an organized criminal gang member and drug trafficker currently overseas, and is believed to have been handling bank deposits of money earned through narcotics trade.
Police said the suspect was taken into custody during a special operation and handed over for further questioning.
The Negombo Division Criminal Investigation Unit has launched further investigations into the case. (Newswire)