Colombo (News1st): The Chief Incumbent of the Sri Viharaya in Veeraketiya, Atanagalle has been arrested on allegations of excavating for treasure in the temple grounds.

The raid was carried out based on a tip-off received by the DIG in charge of the Southern Range.

The Police were able to discover several equipment used for the excavation.

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