Sri Lanka, April 12 -- The Commanding Officer of the Maha Oya STF camp and a police constable driver were arrested by Karadiyanaru Police for allegedly aiding illegal excavations to search for antiquities.

The Police Media Division confirmed these arrests following a raid in the Periyapillumale area.

Police received information around 5:00 AM yesterday (11) regarding a group digging on private land in search of ancient artifacts.

A team led by the Karadiyanaru OIC raided the site and initially apprehended four individuals, including an STF constable, while they were excavating.

Subsequent interrogations revealed that the Commanding Officer of the Maha Oya STF camp and his driver provided direct support for the operation.

Both officer...