September 30, Colombo (LNW): Authorities in Bengaluru have apprehended three Sri Lankan nationals believed to be involved in serious criminal activities, following a targeted operation carried out by the city’s Central Crime Branch (CCB).
The trio, aged 29, 31, and 41, were found residing unlawfully in an apartment complex located in the Devanahalli area, on the outskirts of the city. Initial inquiries suggest the individuals had been living in hiding for several months, evading detection by local authorities.
According to Indian media, the men—originally from Dondra, Ratmalana, and Kotahena—are suspected to have entered India illegally via a maritime route from Jaffna to Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, sometime in 2024.
After brief stopovers in Chennai and Coimbatore, they eventually made their way to Bengaluru, where they settled without proper identification or immigration documents. None of the individuals possessed valid passports or visas at the time of arrest.
Police investigations have revealed that at least two of the detainees are facing serious charges in Sri Lanka. One is reportedly wanted in connection with a drug trafficking case, while another is under suspicion for involvement in a murder, among other alleged crimes.
