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Passenger arrested while trying to smuggle Rs 2.32 million

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A 46-year-old Sri Lankan national was arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) yesterday while trying to smuggle Rs 2.32 million in Sri Lankan Rupees on a flight to Dubai. 

The suspect was released after being imposed a fine of Rs 100, 000. The seized currency was forfeited. 

Pic courtesy Sri Lanka Customs

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