MUMBAI, October 19, 2026: Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff was targeted in a firing incident in Mumbai’s Juhu area on Sunday evening, October 18, when armed assailants opened fire at his car as he returned from playing football. The actor escaped serious injury, while his driver and another person were injured.
In the latest development, Kota Police in Rajasthan said on Monday that three suspects, including a minor, had been apprehended from a train travelling from Mumbai. Police said the suspects were being handed over to Mumbai Police for further investigation.
The incident has triggered a major investigation involving Mumbai Police and the Crime Branch, with investigators examining CCTV footage, the suspected getaway motorcycle and a social-media claim of responsibility attributed to an alleged associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
What exactly happened to Tiger Shroff?
The firing took place at around 7 pm on Sunday near Pushpa Narsee Park in Juhu, close to Jamnabai Narsee School, according to media reports citing police.
Tiger Shroff was reportedly returning from a football session when the assailants opened fire at his BMW. Initial reports differed on the number of rounds fired, with subsequent reporting indicating that five rounds were fired.
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The attackers allegedly arrived on a motorcycle, fired at the vehicle and fled from the area. CCTV footage reportedly captured suspected shooters and their movements following the incident.
Shroff escaped direct gunshot injuries. His driver, identified in reports as Firdos or Firdaus, sustained a bullet injury to his left hand. Another person near the vehicle was also reported injured.
Both injured individuals were taken for medical treatment. The actor later returned home, according to reports published on Monday.
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Three suspects apprehended in Kota
In a significant development on October 19, Kota Police said three suspects had been apprehended from the Pune–Jaipur Express train following intelligence inputs.
According to Kota Superintendent of Police Tejaswani Gautam, the suspects included Rehan alias Sukka, from Haryana; Hritik Kurmi alias Roshan, from Bihar; and a minor. Police said the individuals were travelling in a general compartment after leaving Mumbai.
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Investigators said the suspects allegedly planned to travel towards Delhi and then escape to Nepal. These details have been attributed to preliminary police questioning, and the allegations will need to be established through the investigation and legal proceedings.
Kota Police said Mumbai Police personnel had arrived to take custody of the suspects. The investigation is expected to establish each individual’s alleged role in the shooting, including who fired the weapon and who may have helped plan or facilitate the attack.
Was the Lawrence Bishnoi gang behind the attack?
A social-media post attributed to alleged gang associates Anil Pandit and Harman Sandhu claimed responsibility for the firing that happened on Tiger Shroff’s car on Sunday, in the name of the Lawrence Bishnoi group. The post also reportedly contained a warning directed at actor Salman Khan and his family.
Initially, Mumbai Police had not verified the authenticity of the claim or established whether the gang was involved.
Kota Police subsequently said preliminary questioning indicated that Anil Pandit, described by investigators as linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, had been in contact with one of the suspects. Police said the three men had allegedly been hired by Pandit.
This is a significant development, but the precise chain of responsibility, motive and alleged links must be assessed through evidence collected by investigators. A social-media claim alone does not establish responsibility, and the suspects remain entitled to due process.
How are Mumbai Police investigating the case?
Investigators have been examining CCTV footage from the firing location and possible escape routes. Reports said the suspected attackers abandoned their motorcycle near Andheri West railway station after fleeing the scene.
Police have also been checking footage from nearby railway stations to establish the suspects’ movements after the shooting. Forensic teams visited the location, while officers recorded statements from witnesses and people connected with the incident.
The case was transferred to the Mumbai Crime Branch amid the seriousness of the offence. Mumbai Police have registered a case against unidentified persons, including an attempt-to-murder charge, as the investigation proceeds.
Has Tiger Shroff received any threats before?
An Indian Express report, citing a police officer, said there was no complaint on record from Tiger Shroff about threat calls before the firing.
Investigators are examining whether the assailants knew the actor’s routine, including his reported Sunday football sessions, and whether the attack was planned in advance.
The motive has not been conclusively established in the public reporting available so far. Police will need to determine whether the incident was linked to an extortion attempt, a personal threat or another motive.
What happens next?
The next major steps are expected to include the formal handover of the apprehended suspects to Mumbai Police, questioning, examination of forensic evidence and verification of the alleged gang connection.
Investigators will also seek to establish who arranged the alleged attack, who fired the shots and whether additional people were involved.
The incident has renewed concerns about security for prominent public figures in Mumbai. Any further security measures or additional arrests will depend on the findings of the ongoing investigation.
Frequently asked questions
When were shots fired at Tiger Shroff?
The incident took place at around 7 pm on Sunday, October 18, 2026, in Mumbai’s Juhu area.
Was Tiger Shroff injured?
The actor escaped direct gunshot injuries, according to reports. His driver and another person were reported injured.
How many suspects have been apprehended?
Kota Police said on October 19 that three suspects, including a minor, had been apprehended from a train travelling from Mumbai.
Was the Lawrence Bishnoi gang involved?
A social-media post claimed responsibility, and Kota Police later reported preliminary information suggesting a link through alleged associate Anil Pandit. The full circumstances and individual responsibility remain subject to investigation.
Where were the suspects caught?
They were apprehended by Kota Police from the Pune–Jaipur Express train in Rajasthan, according to police statements reported by the media.
What charges have been registered?
Mumbai Police registered a case involving an attempt-to-murder charge against unidentified persons. Further legal proceedings against the apprehended suspects will depend on the investigation and formal police action.
