Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Baba Siddique was assassinated on the night of Dussehra, October 12, 2024. The Mumbai Crime Branch immediately launched a comprehensive investigation into the murder and arrested two individuals, Karnail Singh from Haryana and Dharamraj Kashyap from Uttar Pradesh, who were identified as the primary perpetrators of the crime. Now, the authorities continue their search for a third accomplice who remains at large. According to sources, during interrogation, both shooters claimed their affiliation with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, which is known for sending death threats to Salman Khan. Baba Siddique Murder: Old Video of Salman Khan Speaking Highly About Baba Siddique and Priya Dutt Being Best People To Vote for in Bandra Constituency in Front of PM Narendra Modi Surfaces.
Salman Khan House Firing Case Linked to Baba Siddique’s Death?
In April 2024, the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, known for their threats against Salman Khan, opened fire outside the actor’s residence (Galaxy Apartments in Bandra, Mumbai). Two assailants on motorcycles were involved in the attack. While six individuals were arrested in connection with the incident, one suspect, Anuj Thapan, tragically died in police custody. During this challenging time, Siddique had supported Salman, offering him moral support. It is well-known that Bollywood actor Salman Khan and Siddique had a close relationship. In fact, in March this year, Salman Khan attended Baba and Zeeshan Siddique’s lavish Iftar party.
Baba Siddique Shot Dead In Bandra
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Salman Khan Has Received Multiple Death Threats From Lawrence Bishnoi Gang
In recent years, Salman Khan has faced a series of threats from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. In 2022, a threatening letter was found on a bench near his residence. The following year, in March 2023, Khan revealed that he had received a threatening email from the gang. Additionally, in January 2024, two unidentified individuals attempted to gain access to his farmhouse near Panvel by using fake identities.
Baba Siddique’s Shooters Are From Lawrence Bishnoi Gang?
As per sources, the two arrested suspects in Baba Siddique’s murder have confessed their affiliation with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. As per reports, during interrogations, the shooters disclosed that they arrived in Mumbai approximately four weeks prior to the crime. Their stay in the city was meticulously planned and facilitated by an unidentified conspirator, whose identity remains a key focus of the ongoing investigation. Baba Siddique Murder Case: Trial of NCP Leader’s Murder Case To Take Place in Fast-Track Court, Says Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde.
Reportedly, the NCP leader Baba Siddique had received a death threat 15 days ago that led to an upgrade in his security to Y security. However, sources suggest that there were no concrete reports of terror threats or assassination plots directed at Siddique prior to his murder.
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