Four  suspects were arrested for  allegedly illegally mining for treasure in a land adjacent to the Vidyaratna Rajamaha Viharaya in Horana.

According to the police, the vehicle and equipment used by the suspects were also seized.

Seven gem stones, 47 conch shells and two pairs of earrings, among other valuable items, were seized.

The suspects are due to be produced before the Horana Magistrate on Sunday, December 20.

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