Sri Lanka, Feb. 19 -- Hambegamuwa Police officers detained an individual in the Mailawala area following a raid that uncovered a stock of dried cannabis worth hundreds of thousands of rupees.

Police Headquarters confirmed the operation took place yesterday morning (18) based on a specific intelligence tip.

Authorities seized 27.8 kg of cannabis prepared for sale during the search. The suspect, a 42-year-old resident of the same locality, remains in custody pending a court appearance.

Officers are continuing their investigations to determine if other individuals are involved in this illegal trade.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Hiru News....