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Crime
Shooter in Tiger Shroff Shooting Case Claims Minor Status
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 03:00 PM
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In the ongoing case involving a shooting near a Tiger Shroff film set, the accused has alleged that he is a minor, adding a new layer to the legal proceedings.
A shooting incident that took place near a Tiger Shroff film set last month has taken a new turn as the accused has claimed that he is a minor. The incident, which occurred on [date], left the actor with injuries and sparked a swift police investigation.
The shooter, whose name has not been publicly disclosed, has stated that he was under 18 at the time of the incident. He reportedly approached authorities and asserted his minor status, a claim that could alter the nature of the charges and the legal process.
If the claim is accepted, the case may fall under the jurisdiction of the Juvenile Justice Board rather than the regular criminal court, potentially leading to a different set of proceedings and penalties. Police officials have indicated that they will verify the shooter's age through official records.
The case remains under active investigation, with a court hearing scheduled for the coming weeks. Authorities are gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to determine the veracity of the minor claim and to decide the appropriate legal course.
The shooter, whose name has not been publicly disclosed, has stated that he was under 18 at the time of the incident. He reportedly approached authorities and asserted his minor status, a claim that could alter the nature of the charges and the legal process.
If the claim is accepted, the case may fall under the jurisdiction of the Juvenile Justice Board rather than the regular criminal court, potentially leading to a different set of proceedings and penalties. Police officials have indicated that they will verify the shooter's age through official records.
The case remains under active investigation, with a court hearing scheduled for the coming weeks. Authorities are gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to determine the veracity of the minor claim and to decide the appropriate legal course.