Police seize drugs, weapon and fake number plates in Mt. Lavinia raid

Police investigations have uncovered significant evidence following information revealed by a suspect in custody, leading to the seizure of narcotics, weapons, and other illicit items.

According to the Police, a female suspect from Ratmalana, who was already in custody over possession of ICE narcotics, revealed information that led the Police to raid a house in Pirivena Road, within the Mount Lavinia division, yesterday (11 Feb).

During the search, officers seized 10.26 grams of ICE, Rs. 800,000 in cash, a shotgun with live ammunition, eight fake motorcycle license plates, four fake three‑wheeler plates, 18 fake car plates, an electronic scale, two gold chains, a gold bracelet, and a gold ring.

Investigations suggest these items were provided to the suspect by an organized criminal and drug trafficker. 

The Mount Lavinia Police are continuing further inquiries. (Newswire)

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