Police seize large cache of ammunition on Colombo-Badulla bus

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By: Isuru Parakrama

February 23, Colombo (LNW): In a significant operation, Sri Lanka Police successfully seized 123 rounds of live ammunition from a bus travelling between Colombo and Badulla, at a stop in Bandarawela.

The ammunition, which was discovered during a targeted search based on reliable intelligence, was hidden inside a concealed metal box placed within a luggage stored in the bus’s compartment.

The seized ammunition included 113 pistol magazines and 9 T56 rifle magazines.

The discovery has raised concerns over the possible illegal movement of weapons and ammunition within the country, as authorities work to trace the origin and intended destination of the contraband.

The police are continuing their investigations, focusing on identifying and apprehending the individual responsible for transporting the ammunition.

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