Mumbai police have arrested the two suspects accused of firing shots at Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's residence in Bandra, Mumbai. The incident occurred shortly after Eid celebrations, and authorities believe the duo might have been present outside Khan's Galaxy Apartments on Eid as well. During the holiday, as per tradition, Khan greeted his fans from his balcony. ALSO READ: SPOTTED! Salman Khan Seen For The FIRST Time Outside His Bandra Residence After The Shooting Incident; Fans Say, ‘Stay Safe Bhai’
The Mumbai Crime Branch provided additional details about the incident. The suspects purchased the bike used in the shooting on April 2 and meticulously surveyed the area beforehand. Authorities found two mobile phones on the shooters and established that they were in regular contact with someone during the incident. The police traced the bike’s owner using the registration number on the license plate. ALSO READ: WHAT! Accused Of Salman Khan House Firing Incident Underwent Haircut, Shave To EVADE Arrest; Discarded Their Gun In A River
One of the accused drove the motorcycle, while the other, identified as Sagar, fired the shots as a pillion rider. The weapons used in the attack were supplied to them in Mumbai. The shooters had been residing in Panvel for the past 11 months on a rental basis, with a formal rental agreement in place.
Maharashtra | Firing incident outside actor Salman Khan's residence on April 14 | The bike used in the Salman Khan firing case was purchased on 2 April 2024. Firing at Salman Khan's house was done by Sagar Pal. Police suspect that they were there even on the day of Eid. Two…
— ANI (@ANI) April 16, 2024
Five rounds were fired in front of Salman Khan's residence on Sunday, three days after Eid celebrations. The suspects fled the scene on a motorcycle but were traced and identified using CCTV footage. The two accused were apprehended in Bhuj, Gujarat, and were transported to Mumbai under heavy security. A Mumbai court has placed them in police custody for ten days as the investigation continues.
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