Over 1,500 suspects netted under Operation Yukthiya, in 24 hours

COLOMBO (News 1st) - 1,554 suspects were arrested over drug trafficking during Operation Yukthiya, in the 24-hour window that ended at 12:30 am today.

Police say that investigations on 82 of the arrested suspects have begun based on detention orders. 

62 were directed to drug rehabilitation centers. 

128 wanted suspects by the Police Narcotics Bureau and Special Bureau were also arrested. 

Police say that illegal asset investigations were initiated against suspects who were arrested. 

Police say that drugs including Heroin, ICE, and cannabis, were seized during the drug raids carried out.