Two individuals were apprehended by Anamaduwa Police on Sunday night (23) for attempting to sell a counterfeit gemstone to a businessman for Rs 10 million.
The arrest was made based on information provided by the businessman.
The arrested individuals, aged 34 and 38, reside in Paramakanda, Anamaduwa.
According to the police, both suspects have prior criminal records.
They were apprehended at Thennankuriyawa, along the Nawagaththegama road, while trying to negotiate funds from the businessman.
The suspects are scheduled to appear before the Anamaduwa Magistrate’s Court, as per police reports.