MUMBAI : As per PTI reports, the unfortunate event took place outside Baba Siddique’s son, Zeeshan Siddique’s office, near Colgate ground in Nirmal Nagar. According the reports, “Two to three rounds were fired. Further probe is underway as teams have rushed to the area,” an official said.
Baba Siddique was at Lilawati Hospital, undergoing treatment. The incident comes ahead of Maharashtra Assembly elections. As per reports, two alleged shooters have been taken into custody.
One of them is from Uttar Pradesh and the other from Haryana, while a third accused fled from the spot, the CM told TV channels.
"This is an extremely unfortunate incident and I spoke to the doctors and police. Two people have been arrested, the accused are from UP and Haryana. The third accused is absconding. We have given instructions to Mumbai Police that strict action should be taken against those who take law and order into their hands...I am sure that Mumbai police will soon arrest the third accused...Strict action will be taken against the accused," CM Shinde added.
Mumbai Congress took it to Twitter where it said, “The Mumbai Congress is deeply saddened by the passing of Baba Siddique Ji. His tireless service to the people and his dedication to the community will forever be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
A while ago, actor Sanjay Dutt was also seen visiting Lilavati Hospital. Check out the post below:
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