February 03, Colombo (LNW): In a targeted operation, the Special Task Force (STF) conducted a raid on a residence in the Enderamulla area of Wattala, resulting in the discovery of a substantial cache of drugs with an estimated value exceeding Rs. 100 million.
During the operation, the STF uncovered a stockpile of 192,000 narcotic pills, marking a significant seizure in the ongoing efforts to combat illegal drug trafficking.
The raid, based on intelligence gathered by STF officers, led to the apprehension of a 40-year-old suspect believed to be associated with the illicit drug trade.
The narcotics, believed to have been imported from a foreign country, were meticulously concealed within cardboard boxes in the raided residence.
The STF asserts that this organised packaging indicated a large-scale distribution plan, targeting not only Colombo but also other areas.
The successful operation highlights the ongoing commitment of law enforcement agencies to curb the illegal drug trade and protect communities from the detrimental effects of narcotics.
The arrested suspect will now face legal proceedings as authorities work to dismantle the networks involved in drug trafficking.
