Under the “Rata Ekaṭa” (Nation United) national operation aimed at eradicating illicit drugs from the country, more than 47,000 people have been arrested in islandwide raids linked to drug-related offences.
According to the Police Media Division, operations carried out from October 30 up to yesterday resulted in the arrest of 47,703 suspects across Sri Lanka.
During these raids, police seized large quantities of narcotics in the possession of the suspects, including 276 kg and 374 g of heroin, 1,002 kg and 923 g of crystal meth (ICE), 1,411 kg and 936 g of cannabis, along with hashish and other illicit drugs.
Authorities further stated that detention orders have been obtained for 1,081 suspects to facilitate extended investigations. Meanwhile, 1,130 individuals have been referred for rehabilitation, and investigations into illegal assets have been launched against 47 suspects.
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