Three individuals have been detained in Kota, Rajasthan, over the recent shooting of Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's vehicle in Mumbai. The accused allegedly fled the area after the incident occurred and the police are now investigating CCTV footage and forensic reports to determine the events that occurred.
Three suspects detained in Kota
The detentions in Kota, Rajasthan, mark a new turn for the Mumbai Police in light of Tiger Shroff's shooting. The forces are determined to identify all those involved in the attack and the motive by which it was carried out.
Authorities have reportedly deployed 15 teams to investigate the case, with CCTV footage of Juhu and other areas being reviewed alongside any forensic evidence to ascertain the events that occurred.
More information on the identities of those detained and their alleged involvement is awaited.
How the shooting unfolded
As per the available information, three motorcycle-riding assailants opened fire at the Bollywood actor's car near Pushpa Park in Mumbai's Juhu area on Sunday evening. Shroff escaped serious injury but his driver and an autorickshaw driver received gunshot wounds to their bodies.
The police launched a widespread investigation into the incident after the shooting, with evidence being gathered at the scene to identify the perpetrators and their possible routes of travel.
Motorcycle used in attack recovered
Mumbai Police have recovered the motorcycle used in the shooting near Andheri railway station. Investigators are reportedly reviewing CCTV footage to determine how the motorcycle was used and if it can provide any evidence that can lead to those responsible.
The recovery of the vehicle will reportedly play a role in the police's investigation into the shooting as it continues.
Lawrence Bishnoi gang's claim under scrutiny
The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the shooting via social media, with two of its alleged members, Anil Pandit and Harman Sandhu, claiming to have been involved in the attack.
The posts reportedly contained threats to Mumbai film industry members who work with actor Salman Khan or refuse to comply with the gang's demands. However, the Mumbai Police have not confirmed the involvement of the gang, with investigations underway to determine its potential role in the shooting along with the motive. The detentions in Kota represent a new turn for the police in their investigation.