Customs seizes Rs. 4.5 b worth of narcotics in nine months

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Sri Lanka Customs has seized more than 396 kg of narcotics with an estimated street value of Rs. 4.5 billion in 55 raids carried out between 30 October 2025 and July 2026, as authorities intensified efforts to curb illicit drug trafficking.

Customs Spokesman Chandana Punchihewa said the seizures comprised Kush, cannabis, cocaine and methamphetamine, commonly known as Ice.

He said Customs conducted five drug detections during July alone, leading to the seizure of 25.4 kg of narcotics.

“During July 2026, we seized 25.4 kilograms of various narcotics through five detections. The drugs included Kush, cannabis, cocaine and methamphetamine,” Punchihewa said.