A suspect wanted in connection with an attempted murder by shooting in the Panchikawatte area of Maradana has been arrested by officers of the Colombo North Divisional Crime Investigation Bureau.
The arrest took place yesterday (04) on Abeysingharama Road, within the Maradana Police Division, following a tip-off received by the bureau.
Police recovered 22 grams and 200 milligrams of the narcotic substance known as ‘Ice’ from the suspect’s possession at the time of arrest.
The suspect, identified as a 40-year-old resident of Embilipitiya, has been confirmed as the gunman involved in the shooting incident that occurred in Panchikawatte on September 6, 2025.
Earlier investigations led to the arrest and remanding of three other suspects, including the motorcyclist who aided in the crime.
The Colombo North Divisional Criminal Investigation Bureau is continuing further investigations into the case.
