Authorities in Palai, Jaffna, made a significant breakthrough as they apprehended two individuals in possession of 690 units of T-56 ammunition. The seizure unfolded during a routine inspection of a suspicious motorcycle, revealing the ammunition neatly packed inside a bag belonging to the motorcycle’s rider.
The arrested suspects, aged 26 and 33, hail from Ittavil and Senthil Nagar respectively. The police are currently investigating the origins and intended use of the seized ammunition, as such a substantial quantity raises concerns regarding potential illegal activities or connections to larger networks involved in illicit arms trade or conflicts.
