A wave of shock spread as gunshots rang out in the early hours of the morning outside Bollywood actor Salman Khan's residence. Police and forensic teams were actively investigating the incident which occurred at 4:50 AM at Galaxy Apartments. Now there's a new development: Bandra police have filed a case against two unidentified individuals under IPC Section 307 (Attempt to Murder) in conjunction with the Arms Act. This case was registered based on the statement provided by Salman Khan's security guard.
Saleem Khan updates on Salman's condition
The early morning gunfire at Salman Khan's house left many in a state of disbelief. While the beloved actor hasn't commented yet, his father Saleem Khan assured everyone that Salman is safe and sound. At the time of the incident, Salman was present at home. Mr. Khan indicated that there was nothing significant to highlight, suggesting those involved were simply seeking publicity. 'There's nothing to worry about,' he said.
The world of politics and Bollywood alike have been reaching out to Salman since the incident, either through visits or phone calls to check on his well-being. Extra security measures have been taken following the shooting.
Claims in a viral Facebook post
A viral Facebook post claims the attack was orchestrated by Lawrence Bishnoi's brother, Anmol Bishnoi. However, this claim has not been verified. The post stated, 'If a judgment against tyranny requires battle, then battle it is. Salman Khan, we did this to show you a trailer, so that you recognize our strength and do not test us any further. And those deities that you have deemed in the form of Dawood Ibrahim and Chhota Shakeel—we have named two animals after them. We are not in the habit of talking too much. - Lawrence Bishnoi Group, Goldie Brar Group, Kala Jathedi Group, Rohit Godara Group.'
Five Rounds Fired by the Assailants
At around 4:50 AM, the shooters fired five rounds outside Salman's Bandra-based apartment, Galaxy. The bullet marks can be seen on the walls of the actor's house. One bullet even struck the net of his balcony, where the shell was later found. This balcony is where Salman famously greets his fans. Upon evaluating the CCTV footage, it was revealed that the assailants on a motorcycle were wearing helmets which made their identification impossible. The assailants reportedly used a 7.65MM bore pistol for the shooting.
Understanding the Arms Act
The Arms Act, also known as the Firearms Act, strictly prohibits displaying or using weapons in public spaces. Under Indian law, carrying firearms is restricted and only permitted with a license issued by the District Magistrate. The Arms Act also bans swords and other weapons, with some exceptions made for certain communities under specified conditions by the central government. Violating the law can result in severe punishment, including a minimum of three years' imprisonment.
