Colombo (News 1st): A suspect has been arrested with a stock of heroin valued at over Rs. 20 million near the Orugodawatte flyover. Police said over 2.24 kg of heroin has been seized. The suspect is a 34-year-old resident of Mahabuthgamuwa.

He is due to be produced before the Maligakanda Magistrates Court today (May 25).

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