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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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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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Serial Impersonator Apprehended in Polonnaruwa for Posing as Physician.

A 59-year-old man has been arrested in Polonnaruwa for impersonating a doctor at Hingurakgoda Hospital. The suspect, who has a history of similar offenses across various regions, was found in possession of fake medical credentials and equipment.

May 6, 2026 at 6:30 AM
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Legal Proceedings Set for 22 Monks Following Major Narcotics Seizure
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May 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Legal Proceedings Set for 22 Monks Following Major Narcotics Seizure.

Twenty-two Buddhist monks arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport for smuggling over 112kg of narcotics from Thailand are appearing before the Negombo Magistrate's Court today.

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Sri Lanka Customs Foils Major Smuggling Bid Hidden in Construction Shipment.

May 1, 2026 at 11:52 AM

Sri Lanka Customs officials have intercepted a significant illegal shipment of turmeric and cashew nuts concealed within a container declared as gypsum plaster boards in Kandy.

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Sri Lanka Customs Foils Major Smuggling Bid Hidden in Construction Shipment
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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.

April 26, 2026 at 11:24 AM
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Six Apprehended in Major Narcotics and Counterfeit Currency Bust
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Six Apprehended in Major Narcotics and Counterfeit Currency Bust.

April 26, 2026 at 8:30 AM
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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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April 25, 2026 at 8:06 AM

Major Drug Bust in Homagama: 12kg of Heroin Seized.

Western Province North Crimes Division officers have arrested a suspect in Homagama with 12kg of heroin, valued at approximately Rs. 120 million, linked to an international trafficking network.

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Colombo Photographer Detained at BIA Following Massive Kush Smuggling Attempt.

April 25, 2026 at 5:03 AM

A 33-year-old photographer from Colombo was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport after attempting to smuggle 2.5kg of Kush cannabis, valued at Rs. 25 million, hidden inside dried fruit packaging.

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Colombo Photographer Detained at BIA Following Massive Kush Smuggling Attempt
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Sri Lanka Navy Intercepts Over One Ton of Smuggled Turmeric in Kalpitiya.

The Sri Lanka Navy successfully seized over 1,038kg of smuggled dried turmeric during an operation in the Thillayadi beach area of Kalpitiya, marking a significant anti-smuggling effort.

April 23, 2026 at 11:07 AM
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Indonesian Nationals Detained at BIA Following Multi-Million Rupee Drug Seizure
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Indonesian Nationals Detained at BIA Following Multi-Million Rupee Drug Seizure.

April 20, 2026 at 4:47 AM
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Police Operation Nets Drug Suspects and Large Narcotic Haul in Western Province
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Police Operation Nets Drug Suspects and Large Narcotic Haul in Western Province.

April 20, 2026 at 4:44 AM
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The Indian Pipeline: Analyzing the Surge of Synthetic Opioids in West Africa
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April 19, 2026 at 10:17 AM

The Indian Pipeline: Analyzing the Surge of Synthetic Opioids in West Africa.

An investigative report reveals that over 60 Indian pharmaceutical firms have exported millions of unregulated, high-potency tapentadol pills to West African nations, contributing significantly to a burgeoning drug crisis in countries like Ghana and Sierra Leone.

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Bangladeshi Businessman Detained at BIA for Smuggling Cigarettes Worth Rs. 5.1 Million.

April 19, 2026 at 6:38 AM

A 36-year-old Bangladeshi national was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport for attempting to smuggle 34,000 foreign-made cigarettes valued at Rs. 5.1 million.

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Bangladeshi Businessman Detained at BIA for Smuggling Cigarettes Worth Rs. 5.1 Million
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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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Inside the Shadowy World of Global Cocaine Trafficking: Insights from a Former Smuggler.

April 9, 2026 at 8:10 PM
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Suspect Trafficking Crystal Meth Concealed in Toys Apprehended in Kalmunai
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Suspect Trafficking Crystal Meth Concealed in Toys Apprehended in Kalmunai.

April 9, 2026 at 9:28 AM
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Major Drug Bust in Ganemulla: Authorities Seize Massive Stash of Heroin and Crystal Meth
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April 9, 2026 at 2:05 AM

Major Drug Bust in Ganemulla: Authorities Seize Massive Stash of Heroin and Crystal Meth.

Police in Ganemulla have arrested a 40-year-old man in possession of nearly 10kg of heroin and over 12kg of Crystal Methamphetamine, linked to an international drug syndicate.

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