A former LTTE cadre, who underwent the Sri Lankan government's 'rehabilitation' programme was arrested by the country's Special Task Force officers on Wednesday evening, reports BattiNews.
The detainee, Kulenthiran Kartheepan, was accused of trying to sell a vehicle illegally, changing the vehicle's registration plate and engine.
Police superintendent, A Wedakadara, said Mr Kartheepan was arrested after the vehicle was reported as suspcious, adding that he would be produced before court today.
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