Tiger Shroff firing case: Zigana pistol, 20 bullets allegedly bought for Rs 2.5 lakh in Amritsar; Crime Branch hunts supplier

The investigation into the firing incident targeting Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai has revealed that a Zigana pistol and 20 rounds of ammunition were allegedly purchased in Amritsar, Punjab, for Rs 2.50 lakh. The Mumbai Crime Branch is now trying to identify the arms supplier and trace the network involved in procuring and transporting the weapon used in the October 18 attack.

According to the investigation, three accused, identified as Kunal, Sumit and Jatin, allegedly travelled to Amritsar with money to procure the pistol and ammunition. They reportedly acted on the instructions of Anil Pandit, an alleged associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.

The accused allegedly collected the weapon and ammunition from an undisclosed location in Amritsar and left the payment at the same spot. However, the identity of the person who supplied the firearms remains unknown. Investigators are examining the chain of contacts involved in the transaction to establish how the weapon reached Mumbai.

Crime Branch traces alleged weapons supply network

The alleged purchase of the pistol is a key part of the investigation as police attempt to establish the roles of those involved in arranging, supplying and transporting the firearms.

Investigators are also probing the alleged involvement of Anil Pandit and other suspected associates in the conspiracy. According to the police investigation, the weapon was subsequently transported to Mumbai, allegedly with the help of two women who acted as couriers.

The Crime Branch is examining the communication records and connections between the accused to establish how the weapons were procured and delivered to the alleged shooters.

Tiger Shroff firing case: What happened on October 18?

The firing incident took place on October 18, when motorcycle-borne assailants allegedly opened fire at Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai's Juhu area after the actor left a ground where he had played football.

Shroff escaped unhurt, while his driver sustained a gunshot injury. The attackers allegedly fled the scene on a motorcycle.

Mumbai Police subsequently arrested several accused in connection with the case. Investigators are probing the alleged links between the attackers, the weapons supply network and individuals suspected of facilitating the crime.

The police have also invoked provisions of the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) in the case as part of the investigation into suspected organised criminal activity.

Supplier's identity remains a key question

The Crime Branch is continuing its efforts to identify the person who allegedly supplied the Zigana pistol and ammunition in Amritsar. Investigators are also trying to establish the financial trail behind the purchase and determine whether other individuals were involved in arranging the weapon.

The investigation is ongoing, and the allegations against the accused are yet to be established in court.