Tiger Shroff Firing Incident: Congress Slams Maharashtra Govt, Claims Law and Order 'Collapsed'
Congress leader Charan Singh Sapra claims law and order has collapsed in Maharashtra after attackers fired at actor Tiger Shroff's car.
The shocking firing incident targeting Bollywood star Tiger Shroff in Mumbai has sparked a fierce political row, with the Congress party accusing the Maharashtra government of failing to maintain safety in the state. Congress leader Charan Singh Sapra has launched a scathing attack on the administration, suggesting that the security apparatus in Mumbai has completely broken down.
Political Firestorm Over Security Lapse
Speaking to ANI, Charan Singh Sapra expressed grave concern over the climate of fear and extortion allegedly gripping the region. He asserted that when high-profile figures like film stars become targets of gunfire, it signals a total collapse of law and order in Maharashtra, and specifically within the financial capital, Mumbai.
Sapra directed his criticism toward Devendra Fadnavis, stating that the government must be held accountable if such a "climate of extortion" continues to persist. He further alleged a contradiction in police priorities, claiming that while the "double-engine" government's police force is busy intimidating students, they appear powerless against criminal gangs and goons.
The Attack: What Happened?
The incident unfolded around 7 pm on Sunday evening. According to DCP Raj Tilak Roshan of the Mumbai Crime Branch, three individuals on a motorcycle targeted the actor's car. Two of the assailants opened fire before speeding away from the scene on their bike.
The Mumbai Police quickly mobilized a massive operation to track down the culprits, forming 20 special teams to investigate the crime. Through a combination of field work and technical analysis, the police traced the suspects' movements near the Andheri West Railway Station. CCTV footage revealed that the trio had headed toward Northern Mumbai before fleeing toward Surat.
The Manhunt and Arrests
The pursuit ended in Rajasthan, where the Mumbai Police coordinated with the Kota Police to nab the suspects. The three individuals were apprehended while traveling on a train.
DCP Raj Tilak Roshan provided the following details regarding the accused:
- Two of the suspects hail from Haryana.
- One suspect is from Bihar.
- Police confirmed that no minors are involved in the case.
Debunking Viral Claims
Amidst the chaos, several posts went viral on social media claiming that Tiger Shroff had received threat calls prior to the shooting. However, the Mumbai Police have officially denied these claims, stating there is no record of any such threats. The authorities are now focusing their investigation on uncovering the larger conspiracy behind the attack.
Legal Action and Protocol
The arrested individuals are facing serious charges. The case has been registered under the following legal frameworks:
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS): Sections 109(1) and 3(5).
- Arms Act: Sections 3 and 25.
Regarding the actor's safety, DCP Roshan emphasized that the police are adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for providing security to VIPs based on their specific threat perceptions. Further investigations are currently underway to determine the motive behind the firing.