Sri Lanka, Oct. 29 -- Sri Lankan authorities have identified 112 individuals wanted under Interpol Red Notices who are believed to be hiding in 13 countries, with urgent measures underway to bring them back to Sri Lanka, Police Spokesman ASP F.U. Wootler said.

Addressing a media briefing to outline progress under the "Ratama Ekata" national operation, he said authorities expect to repatriate the suspects by 2027 and take legal action against them upon their return.

ASP Wootler said two specialised police divisions are conducting round-the-clock investigations into assets allegedly acquired through illegal drug trafficking and other criminal activities. The assets identified for confiscation include gold jewellery, land and property, ve...