Mumbai Police have arrested the 11th suspect in the Tiger Shroff shooting case, apprehending a 22 year old man from Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
The suspect, identified by media as Pranjal Thakran, was captured during a joint operation by the Mumbai Crime Branch and Indore Crime Branch.
He is accused of providing logistical, financial, or other support to those involved in the shooting on October 18. Authorities are investigating his specific role in the incident.
As part of their investigation, police seized two guns and 10 live bullets from a location in Surat, Gujarat.
11 Individuals Arrested in Shooting Case
Thakran, tracked to Indore, was arrested during a coordinated operation. He had traveled to the city to visit his brother, who is receiving medical treatment.
Police are examining any connections he may have had with the suspects involved in the shooting and the supply of weapons.
They are also investigating potential links to Anil Pandit, a wanted suspect in the case.
Authorities continue to question suspects and are analyzing communications and evidence to uncover how the incident was planned.
Guns and Ammunition Seized in Surat
In related developments, Mumbai Police seized two guns and 10 live bullets during targeted raids in Surat on Friday, October 23.
Officials stated that the weapons are believed to be connected to the shooting of Tiger Shroff’s car. The firearms have been sent for forensic testing to determine if they match the shell casings found at the crime scene.
This is a crucial part of the ongoing investigation.
Police are examining the movements of suspects before and after the incident and how they may have attempted to evade capture.
What Happened on October 18?
On the evening of October 18, at least two men allegedly fired shots at Tiger Shroff’s car in Juhu, Mumbai, before escaping on a motorcycle.
Mumbai Police reported that five to six shots were fired. Shroff was lucky to escape with minor injuries, but his driver and a bystander were hurt.
The motorcycle used by the shooters was later recovered in Andheri.
The case has been assigned to the Mumbai Crime Branch, including the Anti Extortion Cell, which is investigating the conspiracy, suspect movements, and the origins of the weapons.
Investigating Links to Organized Crime
Anil Pandit, who claimed responsibility for the attack in a social media post, mentioned the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. He is wanted by police, and connections between him, other suspects, and the shooting are under investigation.
Authorities are also exploring whether the accused altered their escape plans after learning about the police investigation through media coverage.
These claims are part of the ongoing investigation.
Police have indicated they may charge the suspects under the Maharashtra Control of Organized Crime Act (MCOCA), which aims to combat organized crime and has stringent regulations.
Ongoing Investigation into Conspiracy
The latest arrest brings the total number of individuals detained to 11.
Police are continuing to investigate the alleged roles of those arrested, the weapons seized in Surat, and connections to other individuals.
Moving forward, authorities will likely focus on forensic findings, communications among the suspects, and evidence detailing how the attack was orchestrated.
While the investigation spans multiple states, the specific roles of the suspects remain under scrutiny by both police and the courts.