Youth arrested with over 1kg of ICE in Maradana

Youth arrested with over 1kg of ICE in Maradana

April 9, 2026   07:45 am

A youth has been arrested for the possession of 1 kilogram and 220 grams of crystal methamphetamine (Ice) during a special raid conducted in Maradana.

The suspect is a 25-year-old resident of Maradana.

Police stated that further inquiries are underway to determine the source and distribution network connected to the seized narcotics.

Maradana Police confirmed that they are continuing efforts to crack down on illegal drug activities in the area.

Disclaimer: All the comments will be moderated by the AD editorial. Abstain from posting comments that are obscene, defamatory or slanderous. Please avoid outside hyperlinks inside the comment and avoid typing all capitalized comments. Help us delete comments that do not follow these guidelines by flagging them(mouse over a comment and click the flag icon on the right side). Do use these forums to voice your opinions and create healthy discourse.

Most Viewed Video Stories

🔴LIVE | Ada Derana Lunch Time News Bulletin 12.00 pm

🔴LIVE | Ada Derana Lunch Time News Bulletin 12.00 pm

Sri Lanka's Aging Population; 2024 Census reveals demographic trends and socioeconomic impacts (English)

Sri Lankans ushered in Sinhala and Tamil New Year with customs and festivities across the country (English)

President welcomes New Year with residents of newly rebuilt home damaged by cyclone (English)

🔴LIVE | Ada Derana Prime Time News Bulletin

🔴LIVE | Ada Derana Lunch Time News Bulletin 12.00 pm

Opposition lodges complaint with CID over alleged irregularities in the coal tender process (English)

Sinhala and Tamil New Year dawns tomorrow; ‘Punya Kaalaya’ begins at 3:08 a.m. (English)