On Friday, February 7, 2025, the Bombay High Court granted bail to two individuals arrested in connection with an alleged plot to assassinate Bollywood actor Salman Khan. The court ruled in favor of Gaurav Bhatia alias Sandeep Bishnoi and Waspi Mehmud Khan alias Wasim Chikna, citing a lack of substantial evidence. The case revolves around an alleged conspiracy reportedly orchestrated by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The accused were initially arrested for allegedly conducting reconnaissance near Khan’s Panvel farmhouse, Bandra residence, and various film locations in 2024.
Salman Khan murder plot: Two suspects granted bail, Bombay HC cites insufficient evidence
Court Cites Lack of Substantial Evidence
Justice N R Borkar granted bail to the two accused on February 6, 2025, after reviewing the available evidence. The court found that aside from their presence in a WhatsApp group where the alleged plot was discussed, there was no concrete proof linking them directly to the assassination attempt. The ruling stated, “Except this, no recovery of incriminating material has been found against them. Even the WhatsApp chats are vague.”
Defense Claims Charges Were Fabricated
The defense argued that the allegations against the two men were exaggerated and meant to garner media attention. Their legal representatives also highlighted that another accused, Deepak Gogoi, had been granted bail by the sessions court in 2024. Additionally, they claimed that neither Vaspi nor Gaurav had direct links to the Bishnoi gang or any role in the murder plot.
Background of the Case and Previous Developments
The alleged conspiracy was part of a larger investigation involving 18 members of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Police sources revealed that in April 2024, two members of the gang fired shots outside Salman Khan’s Bandra apartment. The FIR named multiple accused, including gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, who is currently incarcerated in Ahmedabad, his absconding brother Anmol Bishnoi, and other associates such as Sampat Nehra, Goldie Brar, and Rohit Godhara.
International Links and Alleged Escape Plan
During the investigation, authorities discovered that one of the suspects had contacted a Pakistan-based individual to procure AK-47 rifles for the attack. The gang allegedly planned to regroup in Kanyakumari before fleeing to Sri Lanka. However, several key members were arrested before they could execute their plan.
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