Filmmaker Rohit Shetty's Residence Shooting: Police Remand Accused

Five individuals have been remanded to police custody until February 11 for their alleged involvement in the shooting at filmmaker Rohit Shetty's residence. Accused of working under gang member Shubham Lonkar, police have recovered weapons from the suspects. The court deemed the crime serious, granting police extended custody for further investigation.

Five individuals connected to the shooting at filmmaker Rohit Shetty's residence have been remanded to police custody until February 11, following a court decision on Thursday. The accused are believed to have been acting on instructions from Shubham Lonkar, associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, a wanted figure in this and other cases.

Arrested individuals include Aditya Gayaki, Siddharth Yenpure, Samarth Pomaji, Swapnil Sakat, and Asaram Fasale. Evidence recovered includes a pistol, three magazines, and an air gun. The court acknowledged the serious nature of the crime, providing law enforcement the time needed for a thorough investigation.

The incident involved at least five shots fired at Shetty's building in Juhu, one of which hit a gym window. Links have surfaced between the accused and Lonkar, already implicated in high-profile criminal activities, including previous shootings involving notable figures.

(With inputs from agencies.)