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The murder of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique in Mumbai's Bandra last week continues to unfold, with a key suspect in the case, Shubham Lonkar, having a past connection to the firing incident outside actor Salman Khan's residence in April. This revelation sheds light on the intricate web of connections and motives surrounding the murder investigation.
Lonkar, believed to be a prominent member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, was detained for questioning after the firing incident at Galaxy Apartments, Salman Khan's residence. While initially suspected of providing shelter to those involved in the firing, insufficient evidence led to his release. The investigation into Siddique's murder, however, has brought Lonkar back into the spotlight, with police identifying him as a key conspirator alongside his brother, Pravin.
Further evidence linking the Bishnoi gang to Siddique's killing emerged with the arrest of Pravin Lonkar from Pune. Additionally, a Facebook post, allegedly authored by Shubham Lonkar, claimed responsibility for the murder on behalf of the Bishnoi gang. This post attributed the killing to Siddique's alleged ties to India's most wanted terrorist Dawood Ibrahim and his association with Salman Khan. The post also referenced the death of Anuj Thapan, one of the arrested suspects in the shooting outside Khan's house, in police custody.
Thapan's death, ruled a suicide by police, sparked controversy as his family alleged torture in custody. This incident further fuels the complex narrative surrounding the Siddique murder and its potential connections to organized crime and the underworld. The authorities are actively pursuing Shubham Lonkar, who remains at large. The investigation continues to unravel the motives behind Siddique's murder, highlighting the involvement of a powerful criminal organization and its potential ramifications for those connected to it.
Source: Baba Siddique Murder Suspect Was Questioned In Salman Khan Case And Let Off