Tiger Shroff Firing Case: 8 Arrested Across Three States; Alleged Mastermind Anil Pandit's Canada Job Trap Exposed
Mumbai Police have reportedly arrested eight suspects in the Tiger Shroff firing case, including the latest accused, Ankit, detained in Haryana. Three suspects were arrested in Rajasthan and four in Delhi. Investigators have identified Anil Pandit as the alleged mastermind and are examining claims that financially vulnerable young men were recruited through promises of Canadian settlement and financial assistance. The suspected involvement of two women is also under investigation.
Mumbai, October 21, 2026: The investigation into the firing incident involving Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff has taken another turn, with Mumbai Police reportedly arresting eight suspects across multiple states. The latest accused, identified as Ankit, was detained in Baroda, Haryana, and is being brought to Mumbai on transit remand.
According to reports, investigators are examining an alleged interstate conspiracy involving recruitment, financial inducements and promises of overseas employment.
Eight Suspects Held in Rajasthan, Delhi and Haryana
Police have reportedly detained three accused in Kota, Rajasthan, four in Delhi and one in Haryana in connection with the shooting.
The three suspects arrested in Kota are expected to be produced before Mumbai's Killa Court as investigators seek further custody for questioning.
The latest arrest in Haryana has widened the investigation, with police attempting to establish connections between the accused and those allegedly responsible for planning the attack.
Investigators are also examining the suspected involvement of two women in the wider conspiracy. Their precise roles have not yet been established.
Anil Pandit Allegedly Used Canada Settlement Promises to Recruit Shooters
According to investigative reports, police have identified Anil Pandit as the alleged mastermind behind the firing conspiracy.
Investigators suspect that Pandit targeted financially vulnerable young men and allegedly persuaded them to participate in criminal activities by offering money and promising to help them settle in Canada.
He also reportedly assured recruits that their families would receive financial support.
Police are examining allegations that the suspects agreed to participate in the shooting in exchange for relatively small payments and promises of a better future abroad.
These claims remain part of the ongoing investigation and have not been established in court.
Police Investigate Interstate Recruitment Network
With arrests reported from Rajasthan, Delhi and Haryana, investigators are focusing on the suspected network connecting the accused across different states.
Police are expected to question the suspects about their individual roles, financial transactions, recruitment methods and communications with alleged handlers.
Authorities are also attempting to determine whether additional individuals were involved in planning or facilitating the attack.
Further details are awaited as Mumbai Police continue their investigation into the alleged conspiracy.