In the city of Nizhny Tagil, a resident was implicated in distributing illegal substances with an unusual accomplice. Reports say the operation used a cat dressed in baby clothes to divert attention during the illicit activity. The disclosure comes from a source identified as MIA Media.
Authorities detained a reputed usurer who was preparing another shipment of prohibited substances. To mislead investigators, the suspect reportedly took her young daughter and the so‑called baby along to the scene, only to reveal that the infant was in fact the family’s cat. This startling detail was confirmed by investigators and later highlighted as part of the ongoing probe.
Evidence gathered during the investigation indicated that the drugs had been concealed inside children’s overalls, with the cat present at the time. Law enforcement officials described the concealment method as a deliberate tactic to obscure the narcotics from view during transit and handling.
Officials reported that five bundles of white powder were found inside the overalls, later identified as N-methylephedron, a substance categorized under controlled narcotics. Additionally, investigators uncovered twelve bookmarks that the detainee allegedly managed to manufacture within a single day, a detail cited by Irina Volk, the official representative of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia.
Based on the findings, a criminal case has been opened under Article 228.1 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. The person involved remains in custody as the investigation proceeds, and authorities continue to gather evidence to determine the full scope of the operation and the network behind it.
In related developments, it has been reported that Federal Customs Service officers were involved in seizures connected to similar cases. Earlier information indicated that approximately 800 kilograms of drugs were captured, with sources noting the drugs arrived from Europe. The exact circumstances and connections of those seizures are being investigated by the relevant authorities, and no further details are available at this time.
The case underscores ongoing concerns about drug trafficking channels and the creative methods some offenders deploy to hide contraband. Law enforcement agencies in Russia have emphasized the importance of vigilance in customs inspections, courier routes, and undercover operations to disrupt such networks. Analysts suggest that the use of unusual decoys, including animals, to obscure illegal activity points to a broader need for improved screening procedures at checkpoints and greater collaboration among regional and federal units.
As investigations unfold, officials are expected to release additional information about the suspects, the scope of the distribution network, and the precise origin of the seized substances. Authorities reiterate that the case remains active, with investigators pursuing all viable leads to ensure accountability and public safety. The public is advised to rely on official updates for verified details and to report suspicious activity through proper channels. (MIA Media)