Shooters Arrested in Mad Sandhu Murder Bollywood Actor Attack Foiled
MILITARY signal, reported in IN, from rediff.com, with negative sentiment. Locations: Tarn Taran, Punjab, India, Mumbai.
What Happened
Delhi Police arrested two alleged sharpshooters, Vikas Thakur and Deepak Singh, who were linked to a foreign-based gangster planning to attack Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan. The plot, foiled on Saturday, involved targeting Bachchan over his purported remarks about the 1984 anti-Sikh riots—a claim Bachchan has consistently denied. Police sources stated Deepak Singh was instructed to stay in Mumbai to carry out a firing attack outside Bachchan’s residence, but Vikas was intercepted before the attack could happen. Deepak Singh is also accused in the October 3 murder of Instagram influencer Mad Sandhu in Amritsar, where he allegedly worked with Palwinder alias Kaka. The gangster reportedly targeted Bachchan due to his alleged comments on the 1984 riots, though Bachchan denies making such statements. A case under the Arms Act has been registered, and further investigation is ongoing.
Why it matters
The arrests prevent a potential attack on Bachchan, who has denied any involvement with the 1984 riots. The gangster’s motive appears tied to Bachchan’s past statements, though the actor has consistently refuted the claims. The plot highlights risks to public figures amid organized crime networks, with Deepak Singh linked to multiple crimes including the Mad Sandhu murder. Authorities are investigating further, including potential connections to arms trafficking and extortion operations.
Who it affects Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan, Instagram influencer Mad Sandhu, organized crime networks, Delhi Police
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