Chinese nationals arrested in connection with online frauds

Recently, a group of fifteen Chinese nationals suspected to be involved in online financial frauds were arrested while staying in a housing complex in Welikada, Rajagiriya.

130 foreign nationals, including Chinese nationals, were also arrested in Pallekele-Nattaranpotha area while they were staying suspiciously.

Based on a tip-off, the Kandy police have arrested 16 Chinese nationals who were suspiciously staying at a hotel in Kandy - Aniwatta area yesterday (13) afternoon. Investigations are underway as to whether there is any relationship between them and the group arrested early.