Sabir Hussain, the chair of the RSP in Surunga Municipality, has been arrested for his involvement in a case involving 130 kg of marijuana.
The Area Police Office in Lahan apprehended him at the RSP party office in Kadamaha Bazaar, Ward 4, of Surunga Municipality.
According to Deputy Superintendent of Police Ramesh Bahadur Pal, spokesperson for the Siraha District Police Office, Hussain had been avoiding arrest related to this case.
Background of the Case from December 2024
The case dates back to December 14, 2024, when a road accident occurred on the East-West Highway at Zeromile in Dhangadhimai Municipality-10 in Siraha.
The accident involved a truck traveling east to west and a car crossing the highway from the north.
The truck’s registration number is Na 3 Kha 7591, while the car’s number is Ba 8 Cha 9963.
After the accident, police searched the car and discovered around 130 kg of marijuana packed in five bundles.
Driver of the Car Remains at Large
Following the incident, police seized the car and arrested the truck driver, initiating an investigation.
However, the driver of the car managed to escape after the accident, according to police reports.
Sabir Hussain’s arrest is linked to the marijuana discovery, although authorities have not provided additional details about his involvement or any other suspects.
Authorities Capture Drug Case Suspect
Sabir Hussain was arrested at his party office, concluding a lengthy pursuit as he evaded law enforcement.
The Siraha District Police Office confirmed that he was a wanted suspect in this case.
Further updates are anticipated as the investigation continues.
His arrest highlights that individuals in positions of authority, including government officials, are accountable for their actions.
While this arrest marks a significant development in the case, the charges against him should be approached with caution.d