Mumbai Police Presents Five Accused in Court Over Firing Incident at Rohit Shetty's Residence
In a significant development, the Mumbai police presented five individuals before the Criminal Court on Saturday in connection with the alarming firing incident that occurred outside the residence of renowned Bollywood director Rohit Shetty. The accused, identified as Aman Anand, Aditya Gyaneshwar, Siddharth Deepak, Samarth, and Swapnil, were detained following a thorough investigation into the case that has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and the city.
Court Proceedings and Police Custody Granted
During the court hearing, the lawyer representing the accused made a strong statement, asserting that his clients have no connection whatsoever with the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang. He emphasized that the accused individuals possess no knowledge about the firing incident and are prepared to fully cooperate with the authorities in their investigation.
The police successfully sought a four-day custody period from the court, arguing that the detained individuals played a role in the incident. The lawyer further clarified that the actual shooter remains at large, with the wanted accused, Lonkar, reportedly in contact with the mastermind behind the attack. Interestingly, the arrested accused are not related to each other; their apprehension came after meticulous analysis of CCTV footage from the area surrounding Shetty's home.
Details of the Firing Incident and Police Response
The incident unfolded on Sunday when assailants fired four rounds outside Rohit Shetty's residential tower in the upscale Juhu area of Mumbai. Immediately following the gunfire, heavy police security was swiftly deployed around the director's residence to ensure safety and prevent any further escalation.
Police teams and forensic experts promptly reached the spot, securing the premises to conduct a detailed examination and gather crucial evidence. Officials have confirmed that an intensive investigation is currently underway, with all possible angles being explored to identify and apprehend those responsible for this brazen act. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident, which could have had far more serious consequences.
Arrests and Investigation Insights
Deputy Commissioner of Police Sambhaji Kadam provided important insights into the arrests, revealing that the suspects hailed from various locations across Pune. "We received specific information about the suspects from the Mumbai Police team," Kadam stated. "Based on this intelligence, we formed multiple specialized teams and successfully arrested the five individuals today. They have been handed over to the Mumbai Police team, who are currently interrogating them to uncover more details. A comprehensive investigation will yield further information about the incident."
Background on Rohit Shetty
Rohit Shetty stands as one of the most prominent and successful filmmakers in the Indian cinema industry, celebrated for creating blockbuster franchises such as Golmaal and Singham. His work has garnered immense popularity and critical acclaim, making this security breach at his personal residence particularly concerning for both the film fraternity and law enforcement agencies.
The Mumbai police continue to maintain heightened vigilance as they pursue all leads in this case, aiming to ensure justice is served and prevent any recurrence of such incidents targeting high-profile individuals in the city.
