May 10, Colombo (LNW): An alleged organised crime suspect believed to have links to large-scale narcotics trafficking is expected to be brought back to Sri Lanka from Dubai today under tight security arrangements.
The suspect, identified as “Batuwatte Chamara”, is reportedly being repatriated following coordination between Sri Lankan authorities and foreign law enforcement agencies. A special team from the Criminal Investigation Department has already travelled overseas to oversee the transfer process and escort him back to the country for further investigations.
Security sources said the suspect is believed to have maintained connections to a wider drug distribution network operating across several parts of the island, with investigators examining possible links to organised criminal activities and financial operations connected to the narcotics trade.
The latest development comes shortly after officers attached to the Police Special Task Force carried out a targeted raid that led to the arrest of three individuals allegedly associated with the suspect’s operations.
During the search operation, authorities recovered a quantity of crystal methamphetamine, commonly known as “Ice”, along with a stock of narcotic tablets and a sum of cash believed to be connected to illegal drug transactions. Investigators stated that the seized substances are being subjected to further forensic examination as inquiries continue.
