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Five month investigation resulted in seizure of 100kg of heroin: Police
The seizing of 100 kilogrammes of heroin from Weligama by Special Task Force (STF) on Friday (20) was a result of a five month operation, Police Spokesman DIG Ajith Rohana said.
Three suspects, residents of Kotikawatte, Devinuwara and Polathu modera have been arrested in connection to the smuggling of the large haul of narcotics.
The vehicle used to transport heroin was also taken to police custody. DIG Rohana said the Police Narcotics Bureau is conducting further investigation while the suspects have been produced before Matara Magistrate and to be taken to the Police Narcotics Bureau for questioning.
Information has been received on more suspects involved in the smuggling including several persons from Italy, he said.
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Northern Province’s Palali-Achchuveli road reopens after 30 years
The Palali-Achchuveli main road in the Northern Province was reopened today (Nov 01) after being closed for over 30 years, following a directive from President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
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Housemaid gets off with pilot’s baggage at BIA
A housemaid who stole a pilot’s baggage at the Bandaranaike International Airport was arrested within three hours after the robbery today, Police said.
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Immigration Dept. to launch online passport appointment system
The Department of Immigration and Emigration has announced plans to introduce an online appointment system for passport applications, set to launch soon.
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