A state bank in Horana town was the scene of a significant daylight robbery on June 3rd, with approximately Rs. 35 million reportedly stolen. The incident occurred around 2:55 PM as money bags, intended for ATMs in nearby branches, were being moved. Police state a lone suspect, who approached on foot, managed to take two bags of cash. One report indicates the theft happened as bank staff were exiting the rear of the building. Multiple police teams are actively searching for the suspect, and investigations are ongoing.
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CrimeEconomyHOTWednesday, June 3, 2026
Horana State Bank Robbed of Rs. 35 Million in Daylight Heist
TLDR
Rs. 35M Horana bank heist: Assistant Manager arrested.
Security officer Gayan Sudarshana arrested for aiding heist.
Both remanded until June 23; close ties between them revealed.
Police seek CCTV footage and suspect's motorcycle.
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