Colombo (News 1st): A suspect has been arrested while in possession of heroin in Bogahamadiththa, Badulla.

Police said that 5.885 grams of heroin were seized while in his possession. The suspect aged 29 is a resident of Hali-Ela. He is due to be produced before the Badulla Magistrate Court today (June 28).

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