Police Detain Nearly 1,000 in Nationwide Anti-Drug Sweep

Dec 16, 2025 7:39 AM

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Arvin Jayasuriya

As part of the “Nation United – National Drive” initiative targeting illegal narcotics, Sri Lankan authorities arrested 981 individuals yesterday (14) during coordinated operations across the country.

The Police Media Division reported that 987 separate raids were carried out, resulting in the detention of suspected drug offenders. In addition, 12 individuals identified as drug users were directed to rehabilitation programmes, while 28 others remain under investigation.

During the sweep, officers confiscated significant quantities of illegal substances, including 890 grams of crystal methamphetamine, commonly known as ‘Ice’, and 513 grams of heroin, alongside other narcotics.

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