Duo arrested with over 5kg of heroin in Bentota

Duo arrested with over 5kg of heroin in Bentota

February 1, 2026   10:52 am

Police have arrested two individuals for the possession of 5 kilograms and 105 grams of heroin during a special operation in Bentota.

The raid was carried out in the Bentota Police Division by officers of the Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) following a tip-off.

The arrested suspects, aged 40 and 45, are residents of Bentota, police said.

Further investigations into the incident are underway.

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