Four incidents of three-wheeler thefts and one motorcycle theft were reported yesterday alone.
Police Spokesman Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Ajith Rohana said the thefts were reported from the Kuruwita, Eheliyagoda, Kelaniya, and Pallekele areas.
He said information has been received that the vehicle thefts are being conducted by organized criminals and those addicted to drugs.
DIG Ajith Rohana said the stolen vehicles are being distributed to individuals in the Panchikawatte and Maradana areas in Colombo, and outside Colombo as well.
He further urged the public to remain vigilant when parking their vehicles in public places. (NewsWire)