cp-webdeskIn a significant development, the Mumbai Crime Branch has apprehended two individuals in connection with the firing incident outside actor Salman Khan’s residence in Bandra West on April 14th.
Mumbai police have confirmed that the suspects, identified as Vicky Gupta and Sagar Pal, were captured in the Bhuj district of Gujarat. The arrests come after an intense investigation into the shooting incident that occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning.
According to reports from the Asian News International (ANI), the two suspects, who had fled Mumbai following the shooting, were located and arrested in Bhuj city, Gujarat. They are slated to be brought back to Mumbai for further interrogation, with their court appearance scheduled for Tuesday afternoon.
The incident, which took place around 5 am outside Galaxy Apartments in Bandra, saw two unidentified assailants on a motorcycle firing four shots before quickly fleeing the scene. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, and Salman Khan was confirmed to be present at home during the incident.
Following the shooting, the suspects abandoned their motorcycle near a church and proceeded to travel by foot before hiring an autorickshaw to Bandra railway station. Subsequently, they boarded a train to Santacruz station and hired another autorickshaw, detailing a sophisticated escape route.
Of note, Anmol Bishnoi, brother of Lawrence Bishnoi, claimed responsibility for the incident on social media, adding a layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation.
Further details regarding the apprehended individuals and their motives are expected to be disclosed by the Mumbai police as the investigation progresses. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
