Sri Lanka launches major islandwide crackdown on drug dealers and organized criminals

In a major crackdown on organized crime, Acting Inspector General of Police Deshabandu Tennakoon announced the launch of island-wide operations this morning.

The operations will be carried out by officers from all police stations across the country and supported by the tri-forces.

These operations are specifically focused on individuals involved in drug trafficking, identified through prior intelligence gathering.

Acting IGP Tennakoon further highlighted the Western and Southern provinces as areas with a significant presence of organized crime gangs and drug activity. 

This announcement follows yesterday's statement by Public Security Minister Tiran Alles.