Illegal migration attempt thwarted; Thirty persons arrested by Navy

(UTV|COLOMBO) – Two Fast Attack Craft (FACs) patrolling in the southern sea area spotted a suspicious vessel plying about 80 nautical miles off the Southern coast this morning (07), the Navy Media Unit stated.

After inspecting the suspicious vessel the Navy arrested 30 persons who were attempting to migrate from the country by illegal means.

The intercepted vessel along with arrested persons is currently being escorted to the shore by the Navy.

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