Two men, including a 24-year-old allegedly carrying a fake Prime Minister's Office (PMO) identity card, were detained after a security scare at the venue of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's event in Mumbai on Tuesday. Police said a gun was recovered from the other man.
The incident occurred at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), where police noticed one of the men moving suspiciously.
Fake PMO identity card found
Police detained the man, identified as 24-year-old Rohan Parekh, along with his bodyguard. Parekh was allegedly carrying a fake PMO identity card, while his bodyguard was found in possession of a gun, police said.
Mumbai Police are questioning the two men to determine why they allegedly entered the venue with a fake identity card and a firearm.
Crime Branch takes over probe
Given the seriousness of the security breach, the Mumbai Crime Branch has taken over the investigation.
Investigators are questioning the two suspects and examining their mobile phones, identity documents and other belongings.
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Police probe motive
Police are trying to establish the motive behind the men's presence at the venue and verify the allegations against them.
Further legal action will be taken after the allegations are verified during the investigation, police said.
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