Wanted peddler caught after three-week hunt | Nagpur News

Nagpur: Crime Branch arrested a 42-year-old man wanted in a case involving the seizure of MD (Mephedrone) worth over Rs 1.23 lakh.The accused, Mohammad Faizan Ansari, a resident of Mominpura, was caught on July 18 from the Teka Naka area in Jaripatka following a tip-off. The case dates back to June 25 when Tehsil police arrested 25-year-old Mohammad Sufiyan near the Tehsil police station.During a search, police recovered 12.25 grams of MD powder in a ziplock pouch in his trouser pocket. The contraband, valued at Rs 1.23 lakh, was seized, and a case was registered under the NDPS Act. Crime Branch officials laid a trap and arrested Ansari, who was allegedly absconding in the case.During questioning, he is said to have admitted to his involvement in the offence along with the previously arrested accused.After his arrest, Ansari was handed over to the Tehsil police for further investigation. Further investigation is underway.