6.5 mn worth gold necklace illegally imported

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6.5 mn worth gold necklace illegally imported

Two women and a man have been arrested in Dehiwala for illegally importing a gold necklace worth Rs. 6.5 million.

The suspects, aged 20, 35 and 42, are residents of Dehiwala and Colombo 12 areas.

Noting that the necklace weighs 241g and 480mg, police said that three mobile phones that were in the possession of the suspects have been seized as well.

The suspects face charges of attempting to launder money, and smuggling gold into the country without paying taxes.