Police in the Mount Lavinia Divisional Criminal Investigation Bureau conducted operations on April 25, 2026, leading to the arrest of six individuals in the Ratmalana and Imbulgoda areas. The suspects were found in possession of 91 grams and 200 milligrams of 'Ice' narcotics, along with two counterfeit Rs. 5,000 notes and 21 counterfeit Rs. 2,000 notes. Among those arrested was 'Thel Ge Kasun Dhanushka Peiris' alias 'Kassa', identified as a member of an organized crime gang. The suspects, aged between 25 and 52, are residents of Imbulgoda, Dehipitiya, Pelenda, and Ratmalana. The Galle Face Police are conducting further investigations into the matter.
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Six Arrested in Mount Lavinia Division for Counterfeit Currency and 'Ice' Possession
TLDR
Six arrested April 25 in Mount Lavinia for drugs, fake cash.
Police seized 91g 200mg 'Ice' and 23 counterfeit notes.
'Kassa', an organized crime gang member, among those arrested.
Raid by Divisional CI Bureau based on intelligence.
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