UP News: In a major breakthrough, the primary suspect in the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique was apprehended in Uttar Pradesh on Sunday. Shiv Kumar Gautam, the alleged shooter, was detained in a coordinated effort by the Mumbai Police and the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF), an official confirmed.Joint Operation Leads to Key ArrestsThe arrest of Gautam was part of a joint operation involving teams from Mumbai Police and the STF. Two additional suspects involved in the murder plot were also taken into custody during the operation. “The three suspects are now being brought to Mumbai for further investigation,” a law enforcement official stated.Baba Siddiques Murder in Bandra EastBaba Siddique, an influential leader in Maharashtras political landscape, was gunned down on October 12 outside the office building of his son, MLA Zeeshan Siddique, in Bandra East, Mumbai. The brazen shooting shocked the community, as Siddique sustained two gunshot wounds to the chest before being rushed to Lilavati Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.A Shocking Attack in Broad DaylightEyewitnesses recounted that Siddique was ambushed by three armed assailants who opened fire in broad daylight. The attack, which took place near a public office building, has left the community reeling. The motive behind the assassination remains under investigation, with authorities suspecting political or personal vendettas may be at play.Authorities Deepen InvestigationWith Gautam and his accomplices in custody, law enforcement agencies are now focusing on uncovering the motive and connections behind Siddiques assassination. The accused individuals are expected to undergo intensive questioning in Mumbai, where investigators aim to gather insights into the planning and execution of the attack.Outpouring of Grief and Demand for JusticeSiddiques death has sparked widespread grief among his supporters and colleagues in the political arena, with calls for swift justice echoing across the state. MLA Zeeshan Siddique has demanded an exhaustive probe to bring all perpetrators to justice and ensure that such acts of violence are prevented in the future.The shocking murder has prompted numerous political leaders and community members to voice their concerns over rising violence in public life. As the investigation unfolds, the arrests mark a significant step toward justice for Baba Siddique and his family.
