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A joint operation conducted by the Divisional Crime Investigation Department in Mannar led to the arrest of a 47-year-old on suspicion of possessing 318 gelatin explosive sticks.
The arrest took place following a tip-off received by the Divisional Crime Investigation Department.
According to preliminary investigations, the suspect was allegedly attempting to sell the gelatin explosive sticks to thise involved in the fishing industry.
However, the exact motive behind the intended sale remains under investigation.
Thus, authorities are conducting further investigations to determine the origin of the gelatin explosive sticks and whether there are any additional individuals involved in the illegal trafficking of such materials.