Officials from the Buttala Police Special Task Force (STF) have conducted a raid in the Devgira Kanda area of Tanamalwila, seizing a cache of cannabis valued at over Rs. 5 million.

During the operation, more than 2,000 cannabis plants were set on fire and destroyed, the STF officers confirmed.

Authorities noted that the suspects fled the scene during the raid. Investigations are underway to apprehend the individuals involved, and the Buttala STF will continue further inquiries into the incident.