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Police uncover audio threats in major drug trafficking investigation
Investigators probing a large-scale narcotics operation have discovered audio recordings of threats directed at a former Colombo Municipal Council member arrested this week. The Central Crime Investigation Bureau's inquiry reveals the suspect's alleged involvement in an extensive drug trafficking network spanning an extended period.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
The Central Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) has uncovered audio evidence during its investigation into Mahinda Kahandagama, a former Colombo Municipal Council member detained in connection with a major drug trafficking operation.
According to investigative findings, the audio recordings contain threats allegedly made against Kahandagama by an organised crime figure known as 'Kosgoda Sujee'. The discovery forms part of a broader inquiry into what authorities describe as a large-scale narcotics trafficking network.
Kahandagama's arrest marks a significant development in the CCIB's ongoing operations against organised crime. Investigators allege that the former council member maintained long-standing involvement in drug trafficking activities alongside criminal network associates.
The recovery of the threatening communications adds a new dimension to the case, suggesting potential disputes or tensions within the alleged criminal organisation. The CCIB has not disclosed further details regarding the substance of the threats or their timeline.
The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities continuing to examine evidence related to the suspected trafficking operation and the roles of individuals involved.