Maharashtra Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar Denounces Shooting Incident Involving Tiger Shroff
Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar calls for swift action following a shooting targeting actor Tiger Shroff's vehicle in Mumbai.
Two individuals, including Tiger Shroff's driver, were injured in the shooting incident.
Mumbai Police have formed 15 teams to investigate the case and have recorded statements from witnesses.
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde visited Shroff to offer support and condemned the attack as unacceptable.
On October 19, Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar expressed strong condemnation of a shooting incident that targeted actor Tiger Shroff's vehicle in Mumbai's Juhu area. The incident occurred on the evening of October 18, leaving two people injured, including Shroff's driver, who suffered gunshot wounds. Fortunately, Shroff himself was unharmed during the attack.
In her statement on social media, Pawar described the shooting as 'reprehensible' and emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring public safety in Mumbai. She assured that law enforcement would act swiftly to apprehend those responsible for the attack, reiterating that the safety of every citizen is a top priority for the administration.
Following the incident, the Mumbai Police initiated an extensive investigation, forming 15 specialized teams to delve into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The police have already taken statements from the injured driver, Firdous, who reported being shot in the left hand. Deputy Commissioner of Police Mohit Garg confirmed that the shooting occurred as Shroff was leaving a football club around 7 PM.
The incident has raised significant concerns regarding public safety, prompting Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to visit Shroff's residence on the night of the shooting. During the visit, Shinde reassured the actor and his family of the government's support and condemned the attack, which he described as a serious threat to public figures. Shinde noted that while Shroff sustained injuries from gunpowder and glass shards, he was fortunate to escape more severe harm.
As investigations continue, the Mumbai Police are expected to provide further updates on the case. The shooting has sparked discussions about the safety of public figures in Mumbai, with officials vowing to take a firm stance against such acts of violence. The government aims to restore confidence among citizens and ensure that similar incidents do not recur in the future.
