The recent firing incident outside Bollywood actor Salman Khan’s residence has sent shockwaves through the industry, prompting a detailed investigation by the Mumbai police. Here are 10 crucial points shedding light on the probe:
- Arrest of Suspects: Vicky Gupta (24) and Sagar Pal (21) have been apprehended by the Mumbai police in connection with the crime.
- Salman Khan’s Farmhouse Visits: Mumbai Crime Branch officials revealed that Salman Khan frequents Arpita Farms, located 60 kilometers from Mumbai, where the incident occurred.
- Residence Proximity: Gupta and Pal, hailing from Bihar, rented a house just 10 kilometers away from Salman Khan’s expansive property in Panvel’s Harigram area.
- Admission of Guilt: The accused, nabbed from Gujarat’s Bhuj district, confessed to their involvement in the sensational shooting, according to police sources.
- Preceding Pistol Delivery: Two individuals delivered a firearm to the suspects’ rented accommodation 25 days prior to the shooting incident.
- Training Allegations: Pal, the alleged shooter, purportedly underwent training in his village in Bihar’s West Champaran in mid-March. The other suspect was reportedly the motorcycle rider.
- Detention of Family Members: 19-year-old Sonu Gupta, Vicky Gupta’s younger brother from Chandigarh, has been detained for questioning. Additionally, their parents and another sibling in West Champaran are also under investigation.
- Facebook Account Revelation: An account under the name of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s brother, Anmol Bishnoi, surfaced on Facebook just three hours before the shooting, as per PTI reports.
- IP Address Tracing: The police traced the IP address of the Facebook post to Portugal, raising suspicions of VPN usage for uploading the message.
- Government’s Response: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, after meeting Salman Khan, assured swift action against the Bishnoi gang, vowing to eradicate organized crime from Mumbai.
Uncovering Intricacies
The unfolding investigation into the firing incident at Salman Khan’s residence has revealed intricate details, including international connections and alleged gang involvement. As authorities delve deeper, the truth behind the incident promises to shed light on broader security concerns within the city.