Tiger Shroff Firing Case: Accused Linked to Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Associate
Kota police arrest three suspects in the Tiger Shroff firing case. One accused is linked to Lawrence Bishnoi gang associate Anil Pandit.
The investigation into the shocking firing incident targeting Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff has taken a sinister turn. Kota Superintendent of Police (SP) Tejaswani Gautam revealed on Monday that one of the detained suspects, identified as Rehan, had prior connections with Anil Pandit, an alleged associate of the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang who is suspected of operating from the United States.
Dramatic Railway Station Arrest
The breakthrough came when Kota City Police intercepted three suspects aboard the Pune-Jaipur Express. Acting on a tip-off received around 9:45 AM, the police launched a coordinated operation, sealing off platforms and exit points to ensure the suspects could not slip away.
Preliminary questioning has uncovered a desperate escape plan. The trio reportedly intended to travel to Delhi first, using it as a transit point to flee the country and seek refuge in Nepal.
Profiles of the Accused
The police have revealed diverse backgrounds for the three individuals detained in the Tiger Shroff firing case:
- Rehan: A laborer from Sonipat who is allegedly in touch with the Bishnoi gang associate.
- Second Suspect: Also a laborer from Sonipat.
- Third Suspect: A minor.
- Additional Detail: One of the accused is reportedly employed as a Rapido rider.
The Mumbai Police have already arrived in Kota to take custody of the suspects for further interrogation. While the arrests are a major step forward, SP Tejaswani Gautam noted that the weapons used in the attack have not yet been recovered. The police are now focusing their questioning on the location and disposal of the firearms.
The Night of the Attack
The incident unfolded on Sunday around 7 PM in Juhu, Mumbai. As Tiger Shroff was leaving a football club, gunmen opened fire on his vehicle. While the actor managed to avoid direct gunshot wounds, the attack left his driver injured.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited the actor's residence on Sunday night to offer support. Shinde confirmed that Tiger Shroff sustained injuries to his left hand caused by gunpowder and shattered glass fragments. He noted that both the actor and his mother, Ayesha Shroff, were deeply shaken by the violent encounter.
"Strict action will be taken, and threats against public figures will not be tolerated," stated Deputy CM Eknath Shinde.