The Sri Lanka Navy has intercepted a multi-day fishing vessel off the southern coast, seizing a significant haul of narcotics including 261 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine (‘Ice’) and 115 kilograms of heroin.
Navy personnel also recovered a revolver, a pistol, and a magazine during the operation, which was carried out while the vessel was at sea. The boat, carrying six local fishermen, was escorted to the Tangalle Fisheries Harbour last evening for further inspection and processing.
Authorities said the suspects, along with the seized narcotics and weapons, will be handed over to law enforcement agencies for further investigation.
