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Sri Lankan Police Arrest 152 in Major Cyberscam Bust

4/4/2026

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  • Sri Lankan Police arrested 152 foreign nationals, primarily Chinese, on April 3 for allegedly operating a cyberscam from a hotel in Chilaw, about 80 km north of Colombo.
  • The operation was uncovered after a tip-off.
  • Police spokesman Frederick Wootler said those involved would face criminal charges, while others might be deported.
  • Two Chinese men were injured while fleeing and hospitalized.
  • The suspects appeared in court and were remanded until April 9.