Mumbai, Oct 18 (JKNS): Unidentified persons allegedly opened fire at Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff’s car in Mumbai’s Juhu area on Sunday evening, while the actor escaped unhurt, police said.
The incident took place near Pushpa Park, within the jurisdiction of Juhu Police Station in the western suburb of Mumbai. According to preliminary reports as per news agency JKNS, three to four rounds were fired at the actor’s vehicle as he was leaving a ground.
Police said a large crowd had gathered to see the actor when the firing took place. The sequence of events leading to the incident is being investigated, and officials are working to establish how the firing occurred.
Shroff and his driver were taken to Nanavati Hospital in Juhu following the incident. While the actor did not sustain any injuries, his driver was suspected to have suffered a bullet injury to his left hand. However, the driver’s injury was yet to be officially confirmed, according to the report.
Meanwhile, the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the firing incident, though the claim is subject to verification by investigators.
A massive manhunt has been launched to trace those involved in the incident. Specialised police teams are examining CCTV footage from the area to identify the accused and gather evidence.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also contacted the Mumbai Police Commissioner to inquire about the incident and directed the police to conduct a swift investigation and take strict action against those responsible, sources in the Chief Minister’s Office said.
Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses. (JKNS)