11 karaoke bars and clubs raided

Walana Anti-Corruption unit has raided 11 Karaoke bars and clubs in Colombo, reports say.

During the raid the liquor license has been inspected and the police has collected the information that proves the identity of the visitors and the staff.

The police have arrested a manager and a liquor stock of a club, which possessed an expired liquor license.

It has been reported that the said club is located in Kollupitiya.

Walana Anti-Corruption Unit stated that the raid was conducted based on information received on circulation of illegal drugs, prostitutes and underworld gang members wondering around with possession of weapons at the clubs and karaoke bars.