Prison Guard Arrested With Cannabis at Angunakolapelessa Prison

COLOMBO (News 1st): A prison guard attached to the The Sri Lanka Prisons Emergency Action and Tactical Force at Angunakolapelessa Prison has been arrested for the possession of cannabis.

The Deputy Inspector General of Police Office for the Southern Province said the arrest was made last night.

The suspect is a 45-year-old prison guard residing in Kapuhenthota, Kahawatta.

According to reports, prison officials conducted a surprise search when the guard returned to the prison after leaving the premises during his duty break. Cannabis was found in his possession during the search.

The suspect is due to be handed over to the Angunakolapelessa Police for onward action.