Sri Lanka, Aug. 24 -- Beliatta Police have announced the arrest of five individuals, including a retired Major General, on suspicion of treasure hunting. The arrests were made last night (23) following a tip-off from villagers.

The group was taken into custody while on a 12-acre plot of land located on the road leading to Dolahena estate, off the Beliatta-Dickwella road.

Police noted that a sorcerer was also among the arrested suspects.

According to officials, signs of a recent ritual were found at the site.

The retired Major General, a resident of Homagama, is a well-known figure in the military who once served as a head of the Ranaviru Seva Authority.

The other suspects are from the Govinna area in Horana.

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