The Negombo Magistrate has ordered the deportation of two French women who had the image of Lord Buddha tattooed on their bodies.

The order was made after the two women were presented before the magistrate on Thursday.

The two women were arrested by Airport Police when they arrived in the countries three days ago. They were placed in remand custody and their case was taken up on Thursday. It was reported that the two women were on tourist visas.

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