February 16, Colombo (LNW): A notorious criminal, along with his wife, who had been evading justice by hiding in a foreign country, has been successfully brought back to Sri Lanka.
The 30-year-old suspect, a Colombo resident, faces multiple serious charges, including involvement in murder and other violent crimes.
Authorities have confirmed that he has now been returned to the island after an extensive manhunt that spanned several months.
According to police sources, the fugitive was a key figure in an organised crime syndicate and had been wanted for a series of heinous offences.
The repatriation was part of a broader initiative by Sri Lankan authorities aimed at bringing back individuals involved in organised crime who have fled overseas to avoid arrest and prosecution.
The ongoing operation, which is focused on tracking down and extraditing criminals, is being coordinated by the Sri Lankan police in collaboration with international law enforcement agencies.
Officials have expressed their commitment to ensuring that those who have evaded justice are held accountable for their crimes, regardless of where they may attempt to hide.
