The Sri Lanka Navy says over 376 kilos of narcotics were seized from the six-crew vessel that was intercepted off the southern coast.
According to the Navy, the consignment consisted of over 115 kilos of heroin, concealed in 05 sacks containing 100 packets, and over 261 kilos of ‘ICE’ narcotics in 13 sacks with 200 packets.
The stock is valued at an estimated Rs. 4 billion.
The Navy further stated that they also seized one pistol, two magazines, one revolver, and one Iridium satellite phone from the boat.
The 06 Sri Lankan fishermen and the boat were brought to Tangalle last evening, after being intercepted by the Navy.
Following the seizure, investigations also led to the arrest of a Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) local government candidate from Pannala in connection with the drug operation. (Newswire)