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Actor Tiger Shroff escapes unhurt in Mumbai shooting incident
Three assailants on motorcycles opened fire on Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai, injuring his driver and another person. A criminal gang has claimed responsibility for the attack, issuing threats against those associated with actor Salman Khan.
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Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff narrowly escaped injury when unidentified gunmen fired on his vehicle in Mumbai on Tuesday evening. Police said three men on motorcycles approached Shroff's car and discharged multiple rounds before fleeing the scene. Two individuals, including Shroff's driver, sustained injuries in the shooting and were taken for medical treatment.
The incident occurred in a busy area of the city, triggering immediate police response. Authorities have registered a case and launched investigations to identify the perpetrators and their motives. Security has been heightened around the actor's residence and work locations.
A criminal organisation has reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack through social media channels. The gang issued a statement warning that associates of actor Salman Khan would face similar consequences, suggesting the assault was part of an ongoing rivalry. The claim has intensified concerns about rising violence targeting entertainment industry figures in major Indian cities.
Investigators are examining connections between the incident and previous threats made against Bollywood personalities. Forensic teams collected evidence from the crime scene, and police are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the assailants. The incident marks the latest in a series of security incidents involving prominent film actors in recent months.