Firing on Tiger Shroff's car in Juhu reported; Eknath Shinde visits actor at home
Mumbai Police have formed 12 teams to trace the attackers after a report of firing on actor Tiger Shroff's car in Juhu, and one suspect has been detained.
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A report has emerged of an attack on Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai's Juhu area. Some photos and videos of him are now going viral on social media. Mumbai Police have stepped up the investigation and deployed 12 teams to find the attackers.
According to the information available, the incident took place at around 7.30 pm on October 19. Shroff was returning through the Juhu area after playing a football match. Unidentified attackers on a bike reportedly fired at his vehicle. The incident created an atmosphere of fear in the area.
Some videos from after the attack have appeared on social media. It is being claimed that one video carries the sound of gunshots. Another video is said to show Shroff himself handling the steering wheel of the car.
Shroff's car driver, Firdaus, and two other people were injured in the incident. After the driver was injured, Shroff reportedly drove the car himself and took the injured to Nanavati Hospital. The police were informed after that.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited Shroff's home after the incident and met him. He enquired about the actor's health. Photos of the meeting are viral on social media.
The viral photos reportedly show a cast on Shroff's hand and scratches on his body. Some reports have speculated that his hand may have been burnt by gunpowder. However, the actual cause and nature of these injuries are yet to be officially clarified.
The police have recorded the statement of Shroff's driver. The driver reportedly said that three unidentified attackers fired at the car. An FIR has been registered at Juhu police station.
Anil Pandit, who claims to be linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, has reportedly taken responsibility for the attack. However, the claim needs official confirmation. Mumbai Police have reportedly detained one suspect. Twelve teams have been formed to search for the remaining attackers.
The police have seized empty cartridges from the spot. CCTV footage from the area has also been taken into their possession, and the search for the attackers is on the basis of that footage. It is hoped that the investigation will also clarify the real reason behind the attack.
