The Tourist Police in Moragolla has arrested a man over selling an overpriced Vadai and tea to a foreign tourist in Kalutara.
Footage of the incident had sparked public ire after going viral online.
It has been revealed that the suspect is a 60 year old residing in Kalutara and is usually seen loitering near the eatery.
Police say that investigtations have revealed that he had duped foreigners visiting the eatery many times.
He is to be produced before the Kalutara Magistrate Court tomorrow (April 19).
It is also reported that officials of the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) and the Moragolla Tourist police have also arrived at the eatery, and sternly advised the owner after questioning him.
