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Salman Khan May Have Been Original Target in Tiger Shroff Shooting
An investigation into gunfire directed at Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's vehicle has suggested that the actor may not have been the intended target. Preliminary findings indicate that shooters may have initially surveilled another prominent film personality's residence.
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Law enforcement agencies investigating a shooting incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff's car on Sunday evening have uncovered details suggesting the attack may have been connected to a different Bollywood personality. According to investigative sources, preliminary findings indicate that suspects had conducted reconnaissance of another actor's residence before the incident involving Shroff's vehicle.
The shooting occurred in Mumbai, with multiple rounds fired at the vehicle. No injuries were reported in the incident. The revelations have redirected investigative focus, prompting authorities to examine potential connections between the attack and threats against other members of the film industry.
Police have intensified their probe into the backgrounds of the suspected shooters and their possible motivations. The investigation is examining whether the incident was connected to organized crime networks or personal disputes within the entertainment sector. Security protocols for high-profile actors have been reviewed following the incident.
The development underscores ongoing concerns about the safety of Bollywood celebrities and the emergence of armed criminal syndicates targeting film industry personalities. Authorities have urged vigilance among actors and production companies regarding security measures.
Photo: Salman Khan at the curtain raiser of the Hornbill International Race in Mumbai, September 2018. Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, via Wikimedia Commons (GODL-India).