Mumbai: A major revelation has emerged in the investigation into the murder of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Baba Siddique. A video of fugitive accused Zeeshan Akhtar has gone viral on social media, in which he claims to have received shelter and assistance from notorious Pakistani gangster Shehzad Bhatti.
Key accused claimed from the viral video that Shehzad Bhatti from Pakistan allegedly helped him escape and provided protection. Zeeshan Akhtar claims to be outside the Asian continent. The video also contains direct threats to rival enemies.
"I have been falsely implicated in the Baba Siddique case, and Shahzad Bhatti helped me escape from India," Zeeshan says in the video. He adds, "Shahzad Bhatti is like an elder brother to me; he protects us. He secured asylum for me in a country far from India." Zeeshan also issued threats to his alleged enemies, intensifying the controversy surrounding the video.
Following the video's release, Shahzad Bhatti himself confirmed his involvement in Zeeshan's escape, referring to him as a "brother." Bhatti, a notorious gangster based in Pakistan, is known for his provocative social media presence, frequently sharing videos featuring firearms and issuing threats. He recently made headlines for a video call with Indian gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Bhatti’s alleged connections to Pakistan’s underworld have even led to a ban on him within his home country.
Meanwhile, authorities are working to verify Zeeshan’s identity and investigate the authenticity of his claims. The Mumbai Police's cyber team is analyzing the footage to track Zeeshan Akhtar's whereabouts and verify his claims of receiving assistance from Shehzad Bhatti.
About Baba Siddique's Killing
The murder of Baba Siddique, a veteran NCP leader and father of MLA Zeeshan Siddique, sent shockwaves through Mumbai. Siddique was shot dead outside his son’s office in Khernagar, Bandra, on October 12 at around 9:15 pm. The attack took place near Ram Mandir amid the noise of fireworks from the nearby Nirmal Nagar area. One bullet struck Siddique in the chest, leaving him critically injured. He was rushed to Lilavati Hospital in Bandra but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
