Tiger Shroff firing case: Salman Khan’s Bandra home gets additional security; Mumbai Crime Branch tracks suspects to Gujarat |

Tiger Shroff firing case_ Salman Khan’s Bandra home gets additional security; Mumbai Crime Branch.

Mumbai Police have reportedly strengthened security outside Salman Khan’s Galaxy Apartments residence in Bandra following the firing incident involving Tiger Shroff’s car in Juhu on Sunday evening. Visuals shared by ANI showed police personnel wearing bulletproof jackets and police vehicles stationed outside the actor’s home.The shooting reportedly occurred around 7 pm when Tiger Shroff was leaving a football club in Juhu. Three unidentified motorcycle-borne men allegedly opened fire at his vehicle. The actor escaped direct gunshot injuries, but his driver was injured. Deputy Commissioner of Police Mohit Garg confirmed that the vehicle was targeted as Tiger was leaving the club.

Crime Branch expands search to Gujarat

Reports say that the Mumbai Police Crime Branch has extended its investigation to Gujarat to track down the suspected attackers. Investigators suspect the men had monitored Tiger Shroff’s movements before the shooting. According to the reports, they were aware of his regular Sunday visits to the football ground and may have conducted a recce of the area.The suspects allegedly fled along SV Road through Vile Parle and Andheri after the incident. They reportedly abandoned their motorcycle near Andheri West railway station before boarding a train towards Borivali. Police suspect they later crossed into Gujarat to evade arrest. Three to four Crime Branch teams are conducting raids at suspected locations.An FIR has been registered against three unidentified persons under Sections 109(1) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, along with Sections 3 and 25 of the Arms Act. The investigation remains underway.

Eknath Shinde visits Tiger Shroff

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited Tiger Shroff’s residence on Sunday night to meet the actor and his mother, Ayesha Shroff. Talking to the media, he said Tiger had sustained injuries to his left hand from gunpowder and glass fragments. The incident had also left the actor and his mother shaken.Assuring them of the state government’s support, Eknath Shinde said, “Strict action will be taken, and threats against public figures will not be tolerated.”Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also contacted the Mumbai Police Commissioner to discuss the incident. He directed the police chief to investigate the shooting immediately and take strict action against those responsible. Mumbai Police have formed 15 special teams to pursue the case.

FWICE condemns firing incident

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has condemned the attack and demanded better security for Tiger Shroff and his family. The organisation expressed concern over repeated incidents involving prominent members of the film industry, referring to the earlier firing incident involving filmmaker Rohit Shetty.In its statement, FWICE said, “Such acts of violence and intimidation are completely unacceptable and raise serious concerns about the safety and security of personalities associated with the Indian film industry. It is deeply disturbing that this is the second such incident involving a prominent personality from the film industry, following the earlier firing incident involving renowned filmmaker Mr. Rohit Shetty. The recurrence of such incidents is a matter of grave concern and calls for immediate, decisive and effective action by the concerned authorities.”The organisation called for a thorough investigation and urged the Maharashtra government and police to improve safety measures.

Ravi Kishan reacts to the shooting

Actor and politician Ravi Kishan has also expressed concern over the incident. Speaking to reporters at Patna airport, he said he trusted the Maharashtra Police to identify the culprits and ensure they received severe punishment.“Bhaut dukhad hua…chinta ka vishay hai. (It is a matter of great concern and a matter for investigation). We have full faith in the Maharashtra Police. An investigation will take place, and those found guilty will receive the harshest possible punishment. It is a deeply concerning and serious matter. Tiger is a very innocent person. I pray to Mahadev and Mata Rani to protect him. The Maharashtra Police and the Maharashtra government are leaving no stone unturned. Very soon, all those responsible will be caught and given the severest punishment,” he said, as quoted by ANI.Meanwhile, Tiger Shroff’s mother, Ayesha Shroff, shared her reaction to the incident with India Today. Asked whether her son was doing well, she replied, “God is great.”The Lawrence Bishnoi gang reportedly claimed responsibility for the shooting in a social media post hours after the incident. Police are continuing their efforts to identify the suspects and establish the circumstances behind the attack.