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Shroff Attack: US Operative Linked to Bishnoi Gang
21 Oct
Summary
- US-based operative Randeep Malik allegedly linked to attack.
- Gang used 'dabba calls' and overseas promises for recruitment.
- Attackers shifted target from Salman Khan to Tiger Shroff.
The recent firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff has brought to light a potential connection to Randeep Malik, a US-based operative allegedly tied to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Investigators are examining Malik's role, with sources indicating he managed planning and target selection within the network.
Anil Pandit, who has claimed responsibility for the attack, reportedly operated under Malik until recently. The gang is also under scrutiny for its alleged use of sophisticated communication methods, including 'dabba calls,' and its recruitment tactics, which reportedly involve promising overseas opportunities to vulnerable youths.
The investigation revealed that the shooters allegedly monitored Shroff's social media and had initially considered targeting Salman Khan before shifting focus to Shroff due to perceived lower security. The shooters, identified as Rehan Ansari, Phool Singh, and Hrithik Roshan, were apprehended in Kota.
Forensic teams have recovered seven bullet casings from the scene, and the firearms used are still being sought. The Mumbai Crime Branch is also assessing the possibility that this attack was part of a broader effort to instill fear within the film industry, reviewing security for potential targets.
