Two MACL employees have been arrested for trying to smuggle 4.5 kg of drugs from Velana International Airport (VIA).

Police said in a statement that a Pakistani man, two MACL employees and a man who went to hand over the luggage were arrested for possession of heroin and meth in their luggage.

Police said the senior MACL employee, who is believed to be the most senior person involved in the case, was released on conditions after their remand was extended.

Police added that it is a criminal case and a major investigation is underway. And it involves a lot of employees.