The arms supplier in Salman Khan shooting case allegedly commits suicide in police custody.
One of the arms suppliers allegedly involved in the shooting incident outside actor Salman Khan’s Mumbai residence has reportedly committed suicide while in police custody.
Anuj Thapan, aged 32, was apprehended from Punjab on April 26 in connection with the case.
Alleged Involvement in Shooting Incident:
Thapan, along with another suspect identified as Sonu Subhash Chander, stands accused of supplying the weapons used in the shooting incident that transpired on April 14.
The incident, which occurred outside the residence of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and law enforcement agencies alike.
Motive Behind Suicide Attempt Under Investigation:
Authorities are currently probing the motive behind Anuj Thapan’s drastic actions.
The circumstances leading to his suicide remain shrouded in mystery, prompting a thorough investigation by law enforcement officials.
VIDEO | Anuj Thapan, accused in Salman Khan house firing case, dies by suicide in lock-up of Mumbai Police’s crime branch. Visuals from Gokuldas Tejpal Hospital in Mumbai where he was brought earlier today. pic.twitter.com/yAdEp1yuan
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 1, 2024
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The revelation adds another layer of complexity to an already convoluted case, raising questions about the underlying motivations and connections of those involved.
Connections to Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi:
All four accused individuals, including Thapan and Chander, are known to have associations with the notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.
According to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), Bishnoi’s criminal activities span a wide spectrum, including kidnapping, murder, extortion, cross-border smuggling of weapons and narcotics, as well as illegal liquor trafficking.
The links between the accused and Bishnoi highlight the intricate web of criminal networks operating within the region.
Bishnoi Brothers Identified as Prime Suspects:
As arms supplier in Salman Khan shooting case allegedly commits suicide in police custody, the Mumbai crime branch recently identified Lawrence Bishnoi and his brother Anmol Bishnoi as the prime suspects in the case.
The announcement came after the crime branch uncovered compelling evidence against the duo, further solidifying their status as key figures in the ongoing investigation.
