Indian Nationals Arrested Over Online Gambling in Thalawathugoda

COLOMBO (News 1st); Eight Indian nationals have been arrested for allegedly engaging in gambling online in Thalawathugoda.

Police said the raid was carried out following information that a group of foreign nationals staying at a house in the area were involved in online gambling using computers and mobile phones.

Eight suspects were arrested after police searched the house.

Police also seized six computers, 39 mobile phones, and a large quantity of computer accessories.

The suspects, aged between 22 and 51, are currently in police custody.

Further investigations are being conducted by the Thalangama Police.