Three Bangladeshi nationals who attempted to depart for Malaysia using false passports were arrested at the Katunayake International Airport.

Police said that the suspects were arrested by the CID at around 12.30 on Sunday afternoon. Investigations revealed that the suspects had arrived in Sri Lanka from Bangladesh a few days ago.

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