A major breakthrough in the investigation into the firing incident outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s residence has unmasked a sophisticated financial web. Crime Branch sources indicate that the attack was financed entirely through hawala channels, bypassing formal banking systems to evade detection.
Investigators have identified Golu Pandit as a central figure in the conspiracy. Pandit allegedly received funds routed through an illegal network spanning Nepal, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh. These operations were reportedly orchestrated by Arju Bishnoi, a key operator linked to the notorious Bishnoi gang, which continues to extend its shadow over the film industry.
The Role of Golu Pandit
Beyond managing the finances, Golu Pandit served as the primary logistical coordinator for the operation. His responsibilities included:
- Recruitment: Scouting and hiring the shooters.
- Logistics: Arranging safe houses, transport, and tactical support.
- Execution: Overseeing the timeline of the attack, which police say was planned meticulously over several weeks.
The ‘Vow of Silence’
The investigation has hit a strategic roadblock due to pre-planned counter-interrogation tactics. Crime Branch sources disclosed that Pandit was given explicit instructions to maintain absolute silence if apprehended.
It is alleged that jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi conveyed these directives through Arju Bishnoi, ensuring that the hierarchy of the syndicate remained protected. Despite 12 days in police custody, Pandit has reportedly refused to divulge significant details regarding other members of the network.