The Malvani Police have arrested 24-year-old Adnan Khan after allegedly recovering 1.15 kg of sperm whale ambergris, a substance highly sought after in the illegal wildlife trade.

According to police officials, Khan was intercepted during a patrol. When officers attempted to question him, an argument reportedly broke out, during which Khan allegedly assaulted a police constable and tried to flee. Police gave chase, and Khan is said to have jumped into a nearby creek in an attempt to escape. He was eventually apprehended, and further investigation is underway.