Colombo, Oct. 5 – A suspect wanted in connection with an attempted murder by shooting in the Panchikawatta area of Maradana has been arrested by officers of the Colombo North Divisional Crime Investigation Bureau.

The arrest was made yesterday (04) on Abeysingharama Road, within the Maradana Police Division, following a tip-off received by the bureau.

Police recovered 22 grams and 200 milligrams of the narcotic substance ‘Ice’ from the suspect’s possession at the time of arrest.

The suspect, identified as a 40-year-old resident of Embilipitiya, has been confirmed as the gunman involved in the shooting that took place in Panchikawatta on September 6, 2025.

Earlier, three other suspects, including the motorcyclist involved in the crime, were arrested and remanded following court proceedings.

The Colombo North Divisional Criminal Investigation Bureau is continuing further investigations.