Sri Lanka, March 3 -- Gampaha Additional Magistrate Dhammika Uduwewidana ordered the confiscation of a large quantity of diesel today after a businessman faced charges for the unauthorized sale and possession of fuel.

The Malwathuhiripitiya Police conducted a raid following information that individuals were taking advantage of the current fuel shortage by selling diesel and petrol at inflated prices. Officers seized 1,000 litres of diesel allegedly sold illegally, along with another 412 litres found in the suspect's possession.

During the court proceedings, the defence counsel argued that the suspect owns several vehicles, including two lorries used to transport vegetables from the Dambulla Economic Centre. The lawyer maintained that t...