Srilanka, April 2 -- Acting on a tip-off, police raided a hotel in Anuradhapura in search of Ishara Sewwandi, a suspect wanted for the murder of Ganemulla Sanjeewa.

During the operation, officers discovered a 33-year-old woman who closely resembled Sewwandi. Although she was not the suspect, she was found in possession of a stock of drugs.

A former army major was also arrested at the scene. Both individuals were found with cannabis and Kush drugs in their possession and were taken into custody by Anuradhapura Police.

The suspects will be held for seven days under a detention order issued by the Anuradhapura Court as further investigations continue.

Meanwhile, the Police Headquarters has announced a cash reward of Rs. 1.2 million for ...