In a special operation conducted in the southern deep sea, the Sri Lanka Navy successfully apprehended 11 suspects this morning (28) along with a massive consignment of narcotics being transported on two multi-day fishing vessels. The seized narcotics included 503.618 kg of crystal methamphetamine (commonly known as “Ice”) and 275.594 kg of heroin, totaling 779.212 kg.
The operation was a joint effort involving the State Intelligence Service, Police Narcotics Bureau, and the Regional Coordination Operations Center.
Following the interception, the two fishing vessels were brought to the Dikkowita harbor, after which the Navy handed over the suspects and the drugs to the Police Narcotics Bureau. The bureau then confirmed the identity of the seized substances in the presence of the suspects, marking a significant step in the legal proceedings.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the intercepted vessels are unofficially linked to the Dondra fishing area, based on markings found on board.
The Deputy Minister of Defence, Retired Major General Aruna Jayasekera, Navy Commander, and the Acting Inspector General of Police personally observed the operation. Deputy Minister Jayasekera acknowledged the operation’s national importance and extended his commendation to the Navy and all agencies involved in this high-profile drug bust.
