Nashik Police Capture Ganja Smuggler After 25-Kilometer High-Speed Chase

Officers seized 28 kilograms of marijuana and apprehended one suspect following an hour-long pursuit involving eight patrol teams.

The chase began when a red car breached a 'stop and search' checkpoint in Nashik around 2 a.m. on January 7, 2025.
Eight police teams coordinated a city-wide pursuit spanning 25 kilometers, successfully intercepting the vehicle near Chakradhar Swami Temple.
One suspect, Akash Ganesh Dolas, was apprehended, while four others escaped under the cover of darkness.
Officers discovered 28 kilograms of ganja in the car, which was being transported from Dhule to Navi Mumbai.
The Nashik Police Commissioner commended the officers involved, highlighting their strategic efforts and ensuring public safety during the operation.