On the evening of September 14, 2025, in the Madiyapola area of Yalyawala, a team of police officers from the Yalyawala Police Station conducted a raid based on a tip they received.
The operation led to the arrest of seven suspects who were allegedly engaged in illegal treasure hunting. Police also seized equipment and offerings used for the activity.
The suspects, aged between 28 and 58, are residents of Madiyapola, Welikanda, Millawana, Dambimana, and Dehiattakandiya.
The Yalyawala Police are conducting further investigations.
