Huzaifa was arrested in Mumbai in a joint operation by the Maharashtra ATS and Delhi Police Special Cell. Investigators believe he may reveal key details about the alleged ISI-underworld terror network.
In a major development in the investigation into a suspected terror-underworld network, Huzaifa, who allegedly was in close contact with Pakistan-based handler, has been arrested from Mumbai in a joint operation by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and the Delhi Police Special Cell.
Investigators believe Huzaifa was in contact with Syed Mudassar Hussain alias Munna Jhingada, a close associate of fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, who is believed to be based in Pakistan. Munna Jhingada is alleged to have acted as the handler of several terror suspects arrested earlier in connection with the case.
According to sources, security agencies had been conducting raids at multiple locations in Maharashtra for the past three days in an effort to trace Huzaifa. The operation culminated in his arrest from Mumbai on Wednesday.
Officials view Huzaifa’s arrest as a significant development in the investigation, as he is suspected to possess crucial information regarding the network’s operations, contacts and activities.
The Delhi Police Special Cell is expected to produce Huzaifa before a local court and seek a production warrant to bring him to Delhi for further questioning and investigation.
