Drug Bust News

About 1713kg of smuggled Tendu leaves recovered in Kalpitiya

Separate search operations conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the sea area of Mudalappai and land area of Norochcholai on 28th June 2024 led to the recovery of about 1713kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves.

29 Jun 2024

Navy intercepts fishing trawler with over 191kg of heroin and crystal methamphetamine valued over Rs. 2572 million, six (06) apprehended

In another successful operation of the Sri Lanka Navy, on receipt of information to Naval Intelligence, a local multi-day fishing trawler (01) carrying a large haul of narcotics, with 06 suspects aboard, was intercepted on the high seas about 120 (about 222 km) off Colombo on 24th June 2024. The operation, carried out by deploying SLNS Nandimithra, resulted in the seizure of more than 191kg of heroin and crystal methamphetamine (ICE), including their packaging. Meanwhile, the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera arrived at the Dikovita Fisheries Harbour today (26th June) to inspect the consignment of narcotics brought ashore.

26 Jun 2024

Three (03) suspects with heroin valued over Rs. 05 million held in Wattala

A search operation conducted by the Navy in coordination with the Police Narcotic Bureau in Wattala on 24th June 2024, led to the arrest of 03 suspects (02 males and 01 female) with about 200g of heroin and seizure of a three wheeler.

24 Jun 2024

Approx. 46 kg of smuggled Tendu leaves seized in Mannar

A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the South Bar area of Mannar on 24th June 2024, resulted in the seizure of approximately 46kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves, suspected to have been smuggled into the country.

24 Jun 2024

Approx. 407 kg of smuggled Tendu leaves seized in Kalpitiya

A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the Wellamundalama area of Kalpitiya on 22nd June 2024, resulted in the seizure of approximately 407kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves, suspected to have been smuggled into the country.

23 Jun 2024

Two suspects held with local cannabis valued over Rs. 20 million in Tissamaharama

A coordinated operation conducted by the Navy, Coast Guard and Police in Kirinda of Tissamaharama in the dark hours of 20th June 2024 led to the arrest of 02 suspects, who were preparing over 104kg of local cannabis for transportation, and seizure of a cab.

21 Jun 2024

Two (02) suspects with about 702kg of smuggled Tendu leaves held in Puttalam

A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the Daluwa area of Puttalam on 15th June 2024 resulted in the apprehension of 02 suspects and the seizure of approximately 702kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves, suspected to have been smuggled into the country. Additionally, the Navy also confiscated a three-wheeler made ready to transfer the consignment.

16 Jun 2024

Navy seizes local fishing trawler carrying about 131kg of heroin, valued over Rs. 3250 million, concealed in secret chambers of its hull

Based on intelligence information received from the Sri Lanka Coast Guard, the Sri Lanka Navy seized a local multi-day fishing trawler, on suspicion of smuggling drugs, during a special operation carried out about 356 nautical miles (700km) off the Dondra Head, in southern waters. The Navy deployed SLNS Parakramabahu for this special operation in which 06 suspects in connection to the illegal act were also held. The fishing trawler was escorted to Galle harbour, where a thorough inspection led to the discovery of 131 kg 754 g of heroin concealed in secret chambers of its hull. The seized narcotics have an estimated street value exceeding Rs 3250 million. Meanwhile, the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera inspected the haul of narcotics at the Galle harbour on 15th June 2024.

16 Jun 2024

Navy seizes stock of Kerala cannabis valued over Rs.109 million

Separate search operations conducted by the Navy on 13th June 2024 in the Kankesanthurai sea area and in the Thalayadi beach area of Jaffna with the Police Special Task Force (STF), led to the seizure of Kerala cannabis, weighing over 273kg.

13 Jun 2024

A suspect with 4600 foreign cigarettes held in Ragama

A combined search operation conducted by the Navy and Police STF in the Podiweekumbura area of Ragama on 11th June 2024 led to the arrest of a suspect with about 4600 foreign cigarettes.

12 Jun 2024