Plan B: Mumbai Police Shift Strategy in Tiger Shroff Shooting Case
Mumbai Police shift strategy to secure three shooters accused in the attack on Tiger Shroff, currently held in Kota.
In a sudden tactical shift, the Mumbai Police have implemented a strategic alternative known as Plan B to ensure the secure transfer of three shooters accused in a daring attack on Bollywood star Tiger Shroff. The suspects, who were apprehended while traveling by train, are currently being held under heavy guard in Kota, Rajasthan.
Late-Night Security Rejig in Kota
The drama unfolded at the Kota Railway Colony police station, where the three accused were kept overnight. Visuals from the scene revealed a high-security environment, with a tight cordon established by a joint team of the Rajasthan Police and the Mumbai Police Crime Branch to prevent any security breaches.
Reports indicate that the Mumbai Police received specific instructions to pivot to 'Plan B'. While the original objective was to transport the suspects back to Mumbai overnight, the revised strategy necessitated keeping them in Kota temporarily before initiating the transfer.
Transit Remand and Handover
Ramswaroop Meena, the SHO at the Railway Colony Police Station, confirmed that the suspects have been granted a 48-hour transit remand. He stated that the Maharashtra Police are in the process of taking full custody of the individuals.
"The Maharashtra Police are on their way to take custody of them. Some of their officers are already here, and others are arriving to complete the formal handover," Meena told ANI.
The SHO further clarified that both the Rajasthan and Maharashtra police forces had conducted preliminary questioning of the suspects. Notably, he mentioned that no weapons or money were recovered during these specific proceedings.
The Juhu Attack: What Happened?
The investigation stems from a violent incident that occurred last Sunday around 7 pm in the Juhu area of Mumbai. The attack took place as actor Tiger Shroff was departing from a football club. According to police records, the accused opened fire on the actor's vehicle.
While Tiger Shroff managed to escape the incident without any direct gunshot injuries, his driver was unfortunately injured during the firing.
Legal Action and Investigation
The perpetrators were eventually tracked down and arrested during their journey on a train. The police have registered a formal case against the trio under the following legal provisions:
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS): Sections 109(1) and 3(5).
- Arms Act: Sections 3 and 25.
As the Maharashtra Police finalize the handover in Kota, the exact mode of transport—whether by road, rail, or air—remains at the discretion of the Mumbai authorities. The investigation continues as police seek to uncover the motive behind the attack on the Bollywood actor.