Tiger Shroff Firing Case: Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Link Revealed as Suspects Nabbed
Kota Police arrest three suspects in the Tiger Shroff firing case, revealing a connection to gangster Anil Pandit and the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
The investigation into the shocking firing incident targeting Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff has taken a dramatic turn. The Kota Superintendent of Police (SP), Tejaswani Gautam, has revealed that one of the arrested suspects was in contact with Anil Pandit, a gangster linked to the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang. This revelation adds a dangerous layer to the attack that left the actor's driver injured and sent shockwaves through the film industry.
The Dramatic Arrest at Kota Station
The suspects were intercepted in a swift operation by the Kota City Police. Acting on a high-priority tip-off received on Monday morning, the police were informed that the primary suspects were traveling via train and were expected to reach Kota. SP Tejaswani Gautam stated that the police team acted within 15 minutes of receiving the information, setting a trap and conducting a thorough search of the train.
The trio was traveling in the general compartment of the Pune-Jaipur Express. According to the police, the suspects had a calculated escape plan: they intended to reach Delhi first and then flee the country by crossing into Nepal.
Who are the Accused?
The police have identified three individuals involved in the attack:
- Rehan (alias Sukka): A resident of Sonipat, Haryana. It was Rehan who was allegedly in contact with the Bishnoi-linked gangster, Anil Pandit.
- Hritik Kurmi (alias Roshan): A native of Begusarai, Bihar, who had been living in Mumbai for several years.
- A Minor: A third accomplice who has also been detained.
Following their apprehension, the Kota Police coordinated with the Mumbai Police, who arrived at the scene to take custody of the suspects for further interrogation.
The Night of the Attack
The incident occurred on Sunday around 7 pm in the Juhu area of Mumbai. According to the Mumbai Police, the attack took place just as Tiger Shroff was leaving a football club. The assailants allegedly opened fire on the actor's car. While Tiger Shroff miraculously escaped without any direct gunshot injuries, his driver was hit and sustained injuries during the assault.
The Search for Weapons
Despite the successful capture of the suspects, one key piece of evidence remains missing. SP Gautam confirmed during a press conference that the weapons used in the firing have not yet been recovered. The police intend to interrogate the suspects rigorously to uncover where the firearms were disposed of.
Legal Action and Charges
The Mumbai Police have registered a formal case against the accused. The charges include:
- Sections 109(1) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
- Sections 3 and 25 of the Arms Act.
With the connection to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang now surfacing, investigators are working to determine if this was a targeted hit or part of a larger conspiracy involving the underworld's reach into the entertainment world.