A woman has been arrested near Nugepara Junction in Peliyagoda over the possession of narcotic drugs, stated the Police.
The arrest has been made based on a tip-off received by the police.
Reportedly, 18 grams 625 milligrams of heroin have been found on the suspect.
The arrestee is a 39-year-old resident of Slave Island.
A 7-day detention order is to be obtained after producing the suspect at the Aluthkade Court today (18).
