Film workers' body demands protection for Tiger Shroff after shooting incident
Here's the latest update from the Bollywood world:
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has condemned the firing incident involving Bollywood star Tiger Shroff 's vehicle, demanding security measures for the Heropanti star and his family members.
Adding to this, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, right, during a meeting with Bollywood star Tiger Shroff after unidentified assailants allegedly attacked the star's vehicle on Oct. 18, in Mumbai. (DCM PRO) "Such acts of violence and intimidation are completely unacceptable and raise serious concerns about the safety and security of personalities associated with the Indian movie industry. It is deeply disturbing that this is the second such incident involving a prominent personality from the movie industry, following the earlier firing incident involving renowned filmmaker Mr. Rohit Shetty. The recurrence of such incidents is a matter of grave concern and calls for immediate, decisive and effective action by the concerned authorities," read a statement issued by FWICE.
Meanwhile, FWICE called for a "thorough, impartial and time-bound investigation into the incident so that those responsible are identified and brought to justice."
Notably, "We appeal to the Government of Maharashtra and the concerned police authorities to take serious cognizance of these repeated attacks and implement effective measures to ensure a safer and more secure environment for all personalities associated with the movie industry," the organisation urged the authorities.
As per the latest buzz, Meanwhile, Mumbai Police has formed 15 teams to probe the shooting incident. As per the latest update, the police have recorded the statement of Tiger's driver, Firdous, who sustained a gunshot wound to his left hand.
In further updates, According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Mohit Garg, Tiger Shroff narrowly escaped injury after unidentified individuals opened fire as he was leaving the football club in his car at around 7 pm on Sunday.
On top of that, Two people, including the star's driver, sustained injuries in the incident that happened in Mumbai's Juhu area. The driver was as per reports struck by bullets, while the star escaped without any gunshot injuries.
After news emerged that the star was targeted in a shooting, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited his residence on Sunday night to enquire about his well-being and to assure him of the state government's support.
Source: Hindustan Times