Drug peddler sentenced to death

COLOMBO(News 1st) - A defendant found guilty for two indictments, possession of 24 grams of heroin and peddling drugs, was sentenced to death by the Colombo High Court today (January 31). The verdict was delivered by High Court Judge Shashi Mahendran. An open warrant was issued for the arrest of the defendant who evaded following the conclusion of the hearing. The judge also ordered the attorney's of the bondsmen to present facts to explain why the money placed as bonds should not be confiscated.