Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff escaped unhurt after shots were fired at his vehicle in Mumbai, while an ongoing police investigation revealed that the accused had monitored his social media activity for weeks. The incident took place on Sunday evening in the Juhu area of the city, prompting a comprehensive probe by the Crime Branch of Mumbai Police.
According to sources, the individuals involved in the shooting reviewed the actor’s online profiles over the preceding couple of weeks to identify his frequent locations and determine whether he had any security arrangements in place. Investigators stated that the shooters kept a close watch on his daily routine and movements online before executing the attack.
While the actor remained unharmed during the shooting, his driver and a bystander sustained injuries. Law enforcement authorities recovered the abandoned motorcycle used by the suspects in Andheri after five to six rounds were fired at the vehicle.
Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Link To Tiger Shroff Attack
The Mumbai Police informed a magistrate court that the shooting was executed on the instructions of Lawrence Bishnoi gang member Anil Pandit. The disclosure was made during court proceedings as investigators sought custody of the suspects involved in the case.
Three individuals were apprehended by Kota city police from a train based on intelligence inputs before being handed over to Mumbai Police. They have been identified as Rehan alias Sukka from Sonipat, Ritik Kurmi alias Roshan from Begusarai, and Phool Singh from Haryana.
The Crime Branch requested a 14-day police custody to recover the weapons used in the attack and to investigate the broader conspiracy and motive. Authorities also informed the court that two mobile phones were destroyed by the suspects, necessitating the collection of electronic evidence and call detail records.
Court Custody And Legal Action
Following arguments from both the prosecution and the defence, the court remanded the three accused to police custody until October 31. The Mumbai Police have registered a case under relevant provisions concerning attempt to murder and the Arms Act.
A total of ten people have been arrested in connection with the incident so far. The Crime Branch continues its investigation into the gang links and the procurement of weapons used in the Juhu shooting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is behind the attack on actor Tiger Shroff?
The Mumbai Police stated that the shooting targeting actor Tiger Shroff was carried out on the instructions of Lawrence Bishnoi gang member Anil Pandit, with ten arrests made in the case so far.
What action has the court taken regarding the arrested suspects?
A magistrate court in Mumbai remanded three accused individuals, identified as Rehan alias Sukka, Ritik Kurmi alias Roshan, and Phool Singh, to police custody until October 31 following their transfer from Rajasthan.
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