An American national was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport on April 15 for attempting to smuggle in 23 kilograms of Kush cannabis, valued at approximately Rs. 230 million.
The 31-year-old suspect was detained by the Customs Narcotics Control Division. Officials found the Kush concealed in 23 one-kilogram packets hidden in the man’s luggage.
Authorities said the suspect had arrived from Thailand and is employed by a real estate company in the United States.
Investigations are ongoing. (Newswire)