Suspected drug network operator linked to 'Kalubowila Avishka' arrested

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Suspected drug network operator linked to 'Kalubowila Avishka' arrested

A key operative believed to be orchestrating the local narcotics distribution network of high-profile organized criminal and drug trafficker 'Kalubowila Avishka' has been arrested by police.

The arrest was executed during a targeted raid conducted following intelligence-led surveillance. Officers seized quantities of crystal methamphetamine ('Ice') alongside commercial-grade heroin ready for retail distribution.

Investigators believe the suspect served as an operational middleman overseeing transport logistics, financial collections, and territory assignments for the criminal ring while communicating with overseas syndicate leaders.

The suspect is being held under detention orders for further interrogation by anti-narcotics units, with authorities working to identify financial accounts, assets, and subordinate peddlers linked to the network.

Source: Ada Derana