A large-scale cannabis cultivation spanning three acres was successfully raided on April 11th within the Udawalawe Reserve. The joint operation was carried out by Sri Lanka Army Intelligence and Hambegamuwa Police, acting on specific intelligence. Authorities seized approximately 155,000 cannabis plants, each standing about three feet tall, with an estimated market value of Rs. 4.5 million. Despite the significant seizure, no suspects were arrested during the raid. Further investigations into the illicit operation are currently underway.
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Joint Operation Uncovers Massive Cannabis Cultivation in Udawalawe Reserve
TLDR
155,000 cannabis plants seized in Udawalawe.
3-acre cultivation valued at Rs. 4.5 million.
No arrests made during joint police-army raid.