The Police have successfully thwarted an attempt to assassinate the parents of the wife of underworld figure “Kehelbaddara Padme” in what appears to be retaliation for the murder of notorious underworld figure “Ganemulla Sanjeewa.”

According to police, two young men suspected of plotting the attack were apprehended while allegedly surveilling the house of Kehelbaddara Padme’s wife in Pannala. At the time of their arrest, her mother, father, and younger brother were inside the residence.

Acting on intelligence about a potential attack, police arrived at the scene and found the suspects, aged 21 and 24, recording video footage of the premises. During interrogation, they revealed that they were acting on instructions from a criminal figure known as “Dubai Sameera.”

According to their statements, “Dubai Sameera” had directed them to record the approach route to the house and send him the footage. They also admitted that he had occasionally provided them with money to purchase drugs.

During the investigation, police uncovered a hidden firearm in the Koswatta area of Pannala, further strengthening suspicions that the suspects were preparing for an attack.

The suspects remain in custody for further questioning and will be presented before the court tomorrow (27 February), police said.