In a shocking incident, two unidentified individuals riding motorcycles opened fire outside Bollywood actor Salman Khan's Bandra residence in the early hours of Sunday. According to police reports, three rounds were discharged outside the Galaxy Apartments at around 5 am. Salman Khan was inside his home at the time, and no one was injured in the incident. The bullets were fired into the air, and the actor did not receive any prior threats before the firing took place. ALSO READ: Salman Khan House Firing Incident: Pooja Bhatt Condemns The Attack Despite Police Van Outside Bollywood Star’s Residence, Says ‘Safety Is An Illusion’
The Mumbai police quickly arrived at the scene to begin an investigation. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde spoke to Salman Khan over a phone call shortly after the incident. Shinde also consulted with the Mumbai Police Commissioner and recommended an enhancement in Salman Khan's security. Following the attack, a case was registered against the unknown individuals responsible for the firing. ALSO READ: Salman Khan Residence Firing Incident: Is Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Behind The Attack On Bollywood Superstar's House? Here's What We Know
The crime branch found an empty shell inside the actor's residence, and the Mumbai Police located the motorcycle used by the unidentified assailants. The forensic team is currently analyzing the motorcycle for evidence. It was reported that the bikers fled towards the Western Express Highway after the shooting, suggesting that they may have left Mumbai.
#WATCH | Mumbai, Maharashtra: Visuals from outside actor Salman Khan's residence in Bandra where two unidentified men opened fire this morning.
— ANI (@ANI) April 14, 2024
Police and forensic team present on the spot. pic.twitter.com/fVXgHzEW0J
A total of 15 police teams have been organized to track down and arrest the suspects. Senior police officials, including Joint Commissioner of Police (Crime Branch) Lakhmi Gautam and encounter specialist Daya Nayak, visited the actor's residence to initiate their investigation.
Security around Salman Khan's residence has been increased following the incident. Raj Tilak Roushan, DCP Mumbai, confirmed that the police are actively investigating the case and that the actor's safety remains a top priority.
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