Largest cache of illegal pesticides in SL seized in Jaffna

January 4, 2025 at 11:31 AM

Based on information provided by the Army Intelligence Corps, the Special Task Force conducted a raid yesterday (3 January) in Phase 4 of Velanai, Jaffna.

During the operation, a stock of foreign-manufactured pesticides valued at approximately 50 million rupees was seized along with three suspects.

The confiscated pesticides are as follows:

Anucron: 2,900 bottles

Leokem: 2,248 bottles

Rocket: 29,175 packets

Prison: 29,109 packets

This is the largest cache of illegal pesticides discovered in Sri Lanka so far, according to the Army Spokesman. Investigations are ongoing (NewsWire)