Navy Intercepts Multi-Day Fishing Trawler Carrying 600kg of Meth, Heroin, and Firearms

COLOMBO (News 1st): Over 600 kilograms of Ice (Crystal Meth) and Heroin have been discovered aboard a multi-day fishing trawler intercepted by the Navy in the southern seas while transporting drugs and firearms.

The Navy stated that the vessel has been brought to the Dikowita Harbour. Along with the primary vessel, another trawler alleged to have provided assistance was also brought ashore.

The Navy confirmed that T-56 rifles, M-16 rifles, and pistols were recovered from the first vessel. Naval Spokesperson Commander Buddhika Sampath noted that several magazines were also found on board.

A consignment of drug-laden parcels was also found on board the multi-day fishing craft.

Ten suspects on board the two vessels were arrested.

The multi-day fishing trawler, reportedly transporting drugs and weapons, was taken into Naval custody in the deep seas south of the country the day before yesterday. This was the result of a special operation conducted by the Navy.

The second fishing vessel, which had arrived to assist the primary craft, was taken into Naval custody yesterday.