Mumbai: The Mumbai Crime Branch on June 4 recorded statements from actor Salman Khan and his brother Arbaaz Khan concerning the shooting outside their Bandra residence in April.
According to an official from the Mumbai Police, Salman’s statement was recorded for nearly four hours, while Arbaaz’s statement lasted over two hours.
As per an ANI report, in his statement, Salman detailed the events of the night, explaining that he was home and had gone to bed late due to a party at his residence. He was awakened hours later by the sound of gunfire. He emphasized the seriousness of the incident and expressed gratitude to the Mumbai Police for their ongoing investigation.
The shooting took place on April 14 outside Galaxy Apartments, where Salman resides in Bandra, Mumbai. Investigations linked the incident to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, leading to the invocation of the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against those involved.
Police reports indicated that Anmol Vishnoi, brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, played a pivotal role in the attack. After receiving a weapons delivery in Panvel on March 15, 2024, Anmol provided the shooters with information about their target and instructed them to carry out the shooting at the actor’s residence. The shooters received Rs 3 lakh for the task.
In the days following the incident, Arbaaz issued a statement on behalf of the family. He described the incident as “disturbing” and “unnerving,” refuting claims that the family was unaffected or that it was a publicity stunt.
“The recent incident of firing by two unidentified persons on a motorcycle at Galaxy Apartments, the residence of the Salim Khan family, is very disturbing and unnerving. Our family has been taken aback by this shocking incident,” Arbaaz stated. “No member of the Salim Khan family has made any statement regarding this incident to the media. At this time, the family is helping and cooperating with the police in the investigation of this untoward incident. We have faith in the Mumbai police and we have been assured they will do everything in their capacity to protect and secure our family. Thank you everyone for your love and support.”
The Mumbai Police continue to investigate the incident and ensure the safety of the Khan family.