Colombo (News 1st) – 15 youth who carried drugs during a pilgrimage to Sri Pada were arrested by the Hatton Divisional Anti-Corruption unit.

Police stated that the suspects were arrested during a search operation that was carried out yesterday (January 12).

The arrested persons are residents of Colombo, Galle, and Matara who are between the ages of 20 and 30.

• Lt. Gen. Shavendra Silva’s journey to become the Commander of the Army
• President honours outstanding citizens at National Awards ceremony
• Ranil won’t be allowed to contest: Minister Ajith P. Perera
• Only way to stop Gotabaya Rajapaksa is assassination- MP Udaya Gammanpila
• Forensic audit confirms massive corruption at Sri Lanka Cricket : What’s next?