Shakti Kapoor Was On Target Of Gang That Kidnapped Mushtaq Khan But Cancelled The Plan Later: UP Police

Mushtaq Khan, a renowned actor, fell victim to a kidnapping scheme that also targeted Shakti Kapoor, as investigations have recently unveiled. Khan, known for his role in "Gadar 2," and comedian Sunil Pal both reported their abduction experiences to the police, shedding light on a broader criminal plot. These revelations came to light during an inquiry initiated after Khan and Pal were allegedly kidnapped in Delhi, having been lured there under the guise of attending a special event.

The police's investigation brought to surface that the criminals behind Khan's kidnapping had similarly schemed to abduct Shakti Kapoor, offering him Rs. 5 lakhs to make an appearance at an event. Despite arranging flight tickets and an advance payment for Khan, the plans to ensnare Kapoor fell through when he asked for a higher advance payment. This alarming sequence of events has prompted the authorities to delve deeper into whether this gang has a history of abducting other prominent figures in the entertainment industry.

Mushtaq Khan's harrowing account reveals that after arriving in New Delhi, he was forcibly taken to an undisclosed location. It was a scenario eerily planned for Shakti Kapoor as well, demonstrating the gang's audacity in targeting well-known personalities. Fortunately, Khan managed to escape when the kidnappers, having consumed too much alcohol, fell asleep. With assistance from locals, Khan contacted his family and safely made his way back to Mumbai. This escape highlighted not only his resilience but also the dangerous predicament he found himself in.

The operation details, as shared by Bijnor's Superintendent of Police, Abhishek Jha, further illustrate the severity of Khan's ordeal. He was held captive in the house of a criminal named Lavi, where his bank account details and password were forcibly taken. On November 21, the kidnappers withdrew a significant sum of Rs. 2.2 lakh from Khan's account for shopping sprees in Meerut and Muzaffarnagar. This incident, lasting for 12 excruciating hours, ended with Khan's brave escape, the arrest of several gang members, and the recovery of Rs. 1.04 lakh by the police.

In conclusion, the kidnapping of Mushtaq Khan and the attempted abduction of Shakti Kapoor unveil a disturbing trend of targeting celebrities. The police's ongoing investigation aims to uncover the full extent of this gang's activities and ensure such perilous schemes are thwarted in the future. As the entertainment community and their fans reel from these revelations, the importance of safety and vigilance has never been more pronounced.