British man arrested with firearm at Katunayake airport

December 23, 2023 at 1:54 AM

A British citizen, identified as 54-year-old Parker Robert Michael, was apprehended at Bandaranaike International Airport for possessing illicit weapons and ammunition.

The confiscated items include a revolver, a ‘Rambo’ knife, 10 bullets, and 5 blanks.

The individual, caught during luggage screening before boarding a flight to London, asserted that the revolver, considered an artifact, was a gift from his grandmother.

The seized items are being sent to the Government Analyst, and the suspect is set to appear before the Negombo Magistrate’s Court. (NewsWire)