IFTDA Condemns Firing Incident Outside Rohit Shetty's Juhu Residence
The Indian Film & Television Directors' Association (IFTDA) has issued a strong condemnation of the firing incident that occurred outside the Juhu residence of renowned filmmaker Rohit Shetty. In an official statement, the association described the attack as "deeply disturbing and unacceptable", expressing shock and concern within the film fraternity regarding the safety of one of Bollywood's most prominent directors.
Creating an Atmosphere of Fear and Insecurity
IFTDA emphasized that such violent acts create "an atmosphere of fear and insecurity" within the creative community. The association stressed that these incidents should not undermine the morale or confidence of artists and filmmakers. They have specifically appealed to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to personally oversee the investigation, while expressing confidence that the Mumbai Police will act swiftly to identify and apprehend those responsible.
"IFTDA stands firmly with Mr. Rohit Shetty and his entire family during this difficult hour," the statement added, highlighting the association's solidarity with the director and his loved ones.
Details of the Midnight Shooting
According to police reports, unidentified attackers fired approximately five rounds around 12:45 am outside Shetty's multi-storey bungalow in the upscale Juhu neighborhood. The director was present at home during the incident but fortunately no one was injured. A security guard on duty alerted Shetty, who immediately contacted authorities.
Key developments in the case include:
- Recovery of bullet shells from the scene
- Registration of an FIR under the Arms Act at Juhu police station
- Deployment of heavy security outside the residence since the incident
- Involvement of both zonal police and crime branch in the investigation
Ongoing Investigation and Security Concerns
Senior police officers have confirmed that while the investigation is progressing, the motive behind the attack remains unclear. Authorities have noted that Shetty had not received any recent threats prior to the incident.
The investigation team is pursuing multiple leads:
- Reviewing CCTV footage from the surrounding area to trace the shooters' movements
- Collecting forensic evidence through the ballistics team from the Forensic Science Laboratory
- Recording detailed statements from Rohit Shetty
- Seeking eyewitness accounts to reconstruct the incident timeline
This incident occurs against the backdrop of heightened security concerns for high-profile Bollywood personalities in Mumbai. The case draws parallels to the November incident where a special court framed charges against five accused involved in a similar firing outside actor Salman Khan's Bandra residence, highlighting the ongoing challenges in protecting celebrities from such threats.
The film industry and authorities remain vigilant as investigations continue, with the hope of bringing the perpetrators to justice and ensuring enhanced security measures for public figures in the entertainment sector.
