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Police Seize Suspected Nuclear Data in Arrest of Man Posing as BARC Scientist

Investigators are examining seized maps to assess potential foreign links.

Overview

  • Mumbai Police recovered suspicious nuclear-related files and 14 maps during searches of Akhtar Hussain Qutubuddin Ahmed.
  • Forensic analysis is underway to determine whether any of the material contains sensitive or classified information.
  • Detectives are tracing recent international call records, citing possible contacts with overseas networks.
  • Authorities say the accused used multiple forged IDs and passports, with aliases including Ali Raza Hussain and Alexander Palmer, and carried fake BARC cards.
  • Delhi Police arrested his brother, Adil, on alleged espionage charges tied to a foreign-based nuclear scientist, and investigators are pursuing suspected forgers and other associates.