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Massive Drug Bust in Dematagoda and Return of Fugitives from Dubai.

May 23, 2026 at 7:03 AM

Police discovered a significant stash of ICE and cannabis in a Dematagoda residence, while 21 high-profile suspects, including notorious criminals, were deported from Dubai and brought to Sri Lanka.

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Massive Drug Bust in Dematagoda and Return of Fugitives from Dubai
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Sri Lanka Advances Legal Reforms to Accelerate Disposal of Confiscated Narcotics
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Sri Lanka Advances Legal Reforms to Accelerate Disposal of Confiscated Narcotics.

May 20, 2026 at 5:03 AM
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Major Drug Bust at BIA: Over Rs. 140 Million Worth of Kush Seized from Bangkok Arrival.

Sri Lanka Customs officers at Bandaranaike International Airport intercepted two passengers from Bangkok attempting to smuggle 14.5kg of Kush, valued at Rs. 140 million, concealed in their luggage.

May 18, 2026 at 8:36 AM
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Indian National Apprehended at Bandaranaike Airport for Large-Scale Cocaine Smuggling.

A 60-year-old Indian geologist was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport for attempting to smuggle over 2kg of cocaine, valued at Rs. 108 million, concealed in his luggage.

May 15, 2026 at 9:19 AM
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Court Extends Remand for Monks Involved in Major Narcotics Smuggling Ring
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May 12, 2026 at 9:13 AM

Court Extends Remand for Monks Involved in Major Narcotics Smuggling Ring.

The Negombo Magistrate's Court has extended the remand period until May 26 for 23 Buddhist monks and an accomplice involved in a massive drug smuggling operation discovered at the Bandaranaike International Airport.

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Bandaragama Police Dismantle Drug Ring Connected to Notorious Trafficker.

May 8, 2026 at 8:44 AM

Seven individuals have been taken into custody in Bandaragama for operating a drug packaging facility linked to the underworld figure known as 'Dubai Sudda'.

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Legal Proceedings Set for 22 Monks Following Major Narcotics Seizure
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Legal Proceedings Set for 22 Monks Following Major Narcotics Seizure.

May 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Sri Lanka Customs Foils Major Smuggling Bid Hidden in Construction Shipment
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Sri Lanka Customs Foils Major Smuggling Bid Hidden in Construction Shipment.

May 1, 2026 at 11:52 AM
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Major Drug Bust in Madampitiya: Youth Apprehended with Narcotics and Cash
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Major Drug Bust in Madampitiya: Youth Apprehended with Narcotics and Cash.

May 1, 2026 at 5:57 AM
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April 26, 2026 at 11:24 AM

Maha Nayaka Theras Denounce Drug Smuggling by Individuals in Monastic Robes.

Sri Lanka’s Maha Nayaka Theras have issued a strong condemnation following the arrest of 22 individuals dressed as Buddhist monks at Bandaranaike International Airport for allegedly smuggling narcotics worth over Rs. 1.1 billion.

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Six Apprehended in Major Narcotics and Counterfeit Currency Bust.

April 26, 2026 at 8:30 AM

Police have taken six individuals into custody following raids in Rathmalana and Imbulgoda, seizing over 91 grams of Crystal Methamphetamine and counterfeit currency totaling Rs. 52,000.

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Six Apprehended in Major Narcotics and Counterfeit Currency Bust
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Major Narcotic Pill Seizure in Pettah Leads to Four Arrests.

Sri Lankan police have apprehended four suspects in Pettah for distributing narcotics, seizing over 200,000 tablets valued at approximately Rs. 20 million along with cash proceeds.

April 25, 2026 at 11:44 AM
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Major Drug Bust in Homagama: 12kg of Heroin Seized
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Major Drug Bust in Homagama: 12kg of Heroin Seized.

April 25, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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Colombo Photographer Detained at BIA Following Massive Kush Smuggling Attempt
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Colombo Photographer Detained at BIA Following Massive Kush Smuggling Attempt.

April 25, 2026 at 5:03 AM
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Indonesian Nationals Detained at BIA Following Multi-Million Rupee Drug Seizure
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April 20, 2026 at 4:47 AM

Indonesian Nationals Detained at BIA Following Multi-Million Rupee Drug Seizure.

Two Indonesian nationals were apprehended at Bandaranaike International Airport while attempting to transport over 5kg of 'Kush' cannabis with an estimated street value of Rs. 67 million.

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Police Operation Nets Drug Suspects and Large Narcotic Haul in Western Province.

April 20, 2026 at 4:44 AM

Police have apprehended two individuals in Kottawa and Homagama for drug trafficking, seizing over 2kg of crystal methamphetamine and other narcotics.

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Police Operation Nets Drug Suspects and Large Narcotic Haul in Western Province
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Suspect Apprehended Following Drugging and High-Value Theft on Public Transport
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Suspect Apprehended Following Drugging and High-Value Theft on Public Transport.

April 19, 2026 at 9:41 AM
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Bangladeshi Businessman Detained at BIA for Smuggling Cigarettes Worth Rs. 5.1 Million
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Bangladeshi Businessman Detained at BIA for Smuggling Cigarettes Worth Rs. 5.1 Million.

April 19, 2026 at 6:38 AM
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Businessman Apprehended at BIA for Illicit Importation of Ornamental Plants
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Businessman Apprehended at BIA for Illicit Importation of Ornamental Plants.

April 11, 2026 at 9:13 AM
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Inside the Shadowy World of Global Cocaine Trafficking: Insights from a Former Smuggler
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April 9, 2026 at 8:10 PM

Inside the Shadowy World of Global Cocaine Trafficking: Insights from a Former Smuggler.

An exploration into the logistics and evolution of large-scale cocaine smuggling, told through the experiences of former trafficker Andrew Pritchard, who now dedicates his life to anti-crime advocacy.

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