Woman arrested with heroin in Peliyagoda

Woman arrested with heroin in Peliyagoda

February 18, 2021   10:12 am

A woman has been arrested near Nugepara Junction in Peliyagoda over the possession of narcotic drugs, stated the Police.

The arrest has been made based on a tip-off received by the police.

Reportedly, 18 grams 625 milligrams of heroin have been found on the suspect.

The arrestee is a 39-year-old resident of Slave Island.

A 7-day detention order is to be obtained after producing the suspect at the Aluthkade Court today (18).

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