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Two suspects arrested in Rs. 1.2 million construction equipment theft
Police have arrested two individuals in connection with the theft of construction equipment valued at Rs. 1.2 million. The arrests follow an investigation into the disappearance of machinery from a construction site.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Law enforcement authorities have apprehended two suspects linked to the theft of construction equipment estimated at Rs. 1.2 million, marking another development in ongoing efforts to curb theft-related crimes across the island.
The arrests were made following a police investigation into the missing equipment from a construction project. Preliminary inquiries indicate the stolen items included various machinery and tools commonly used in building and infrastructure development work.
Both suspects are currently in police custody and assisting investigators with their inquiries. Police have recovered portions of the stolen equipment, though efforts to locate additional items are continuing.
The case has been registered at a local police station, and further details regarding the circumstances of the theft and the identities of the suspects are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses. Law enforcement officials have emphasized their commitment to tackling equipment theft and related criminal activity affecting the construction sector.