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Pooja Bhatt's Reaction
Pooja Bhatt took to social media to condemn the attack, stating, "Horrific and condemnable. If this can happen with a police van parked outside the Khan residence for protection then it is fair to say that safety is an illusion. Need more stringent surveillance in Bandra for certain. Robberies were rife a while ago and now a shoot out? Scary."The Mumbai Police swiftly responded to the incident, increasing security outside Salman Khan's house and launching an investigation. Joint Commissioner of Police Satyanarayan Chaudhary (Law and Order) assured that the police are actively working to identify and trace the accused.
Security Concerns
The incident has raised concerns about the security situation in Mumbai, especially in light of previous robbery incidents in the area. Despite the presence of a police van stationed outside Khan's residence, the assailants managed to carry out the attack, highlighting the need for enhanced surveillance measures.Salman Khan and his family were reported to be safe following the incident, with no injuries or harm reported. The police are analyzing CCTV footage and collaborating with forensic experts to gather more information and apprehend the culprits.
The original tweet by ANI read, "Today at around 5 am, two unidentified people opened fire outside the house of actor Salman Khan in Bandra. Police have received information about 3 rounds of firing. Mumbai Police's Crime Branch has reached the spot for investigation: Mumbai Police."
After the firing incident, Mumbai Police increased security outside Salman's house. Police have so far recorded statements of more than five people in connection with the case, as per ANI.
This incident has prompted discussions about safety and security in high-profile residential areas like Bandra, with calls for stricter measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
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