Two men were arrested with Rs. 5,745,000 in cash in Kirulapone on April 13 in connection with money laundering, Sri Lanka Police said.
The arrests took place near Thunmodara Junction during a search of a suspicious three-wheeler as part of a nationwide anti-narcotics and anti-crime operation directed by the acting inspector general of police.
The suspects, aged 49 and 39, are residents of Siddhartha Road in Kirulapone. One was identified as operating a gas trading business in the area and is under investigation for alleged involvement in illegal drug trafficking. The other is accused of aiding in the laundering of illicit funds.
Police said the money was found hidden in the vehicle. Investigators are working to determine whether the funds were proceeds of drug trafficking or legitimate business revenue. (Newswire)