22-Year-Old Arrested with Firearm in Maharagama

A 22-year-old suspect has been arrested in Maharagama by the Western Province South Crime Investigation Division for possessing a firearm that resembles a revolver. The arrest occurred on July 13, 2026, in the Railway Avenue area following a tip-off that led to a raid. The suspect, a resident of the same area, was taken into custody along with the weapon. Police sources indicate the arrested individual is reportedly the son of a person involved in drug trafficking and organized crime. Further investigations into the incident are currently underway.