In a major breakthrough, Mumbai Police’s crime branch secured custody of Vishnu Kushwaha, the Agra-based accused in the firing at Rohit Shetty’s Juhu bungalow. Presented before the MCOCA court, he has been held until February 25 to aid the probe into this high-profile attack.
This brings the tally of arrests to 12, including high-profile names like Jatin, Ramesh Bhardwaj, Sonu Kumar, Vishal Thakur, Sunny, Rakesh, Hritik Yadav, and prime shooter Deepak Chandra. Each detainee is under intense questioning as the investigation uncovers a web of planning.
Fresh details emerged on the reconnaissance missions: four to five visits to the target between January 18-31. On February 1 night, Deepak fired multiple shots outside the residence. His accomplices—Sunny, Sonu, and one at large—positioned themselves strategically nearby.
Background checks on Sonu reveal his two-year stint in Kalyan, immersed in illegal arms trade. Back in Agra recently, he leveraged past networks. After the shooting, the foursome converged at Kalyan station for a swift train escape to their hometown.
The incident rattled Bollywood circles, but fortunately caused no harm. Police have bolstered patrols, while multi-state raids continue. Digital footprints from phones and CCTV are being dissected. MCOCA invocation signals deeper syndicate links.
Separate threats to Ranveer Singh remain unconnected so far, though officers vow thorough scrutiny. As custody periods tick down, expect more arrests and twists in this unfolding saga.