Large-scale arrests and drug seizures in second phase of “Yukthiya”

Date:

July 05, Colombo (LNW): In a significant law enforcement effort, 1,403 individuals were apprehended within a 24-hour period during the second phase of Operation “Yukthiya,” which began yesterday (04).

Police Media Spokesman, DIG Nihal Thalduwa, announced that detention orders will be sought for 57 of the detainees to enable further investigation.

The arrests included 1,340 men and 63 women, according to the Sri Lanka Police.

Additionally, the operation led to the seizure of 1.086 kg of heroin, 782.7 grams of crystal methamphetamine (commonly known as ‘Ice’), and 3.74 kg of cannabis.

This large-scale operation underscores the authorities’ commitment to tackling drug-related crime and maintaining public safety.

Share post:

spot_imgspot_img

Popular

More like this
Related

Shame on You JVP – Your Slip is Showing

By Adolf  The JVP has long built its political identity...

Sri Lanka’s Banks Show Strength on Paper as Reserves Slip Backward

Sri Lanka’s banking sector, long considered the backbone of...

Colombo Port Gridlock Threatens Sri Lanka’s Export Competitiveness

Sri Lankan exporters are once again facing mounting uncertainty...

Manufacturing and Services Sectors Sustain Growth in August amid Challenges

Sri Lanka’s business sector displayed resilience in August 2025,...