Baba Siddique murder case: Police probe gang, political rivalry angles; 1 more held

One accused in police custody till Oct 21, his accomplice claims to be minor

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MUMBAI: In a significant breakthrough, the Mumbai police arrested a 28-year-old man, Pravin Lonkar, from Pune on Sunday, accusing him of playing a key role in the assassination of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique. Lonkar and his brother, Shubham Lonkar, allegedly recruited two of the three suspected shooters involved in the high-profile killing, according to officials from the Mumbai Crime Branch. While Pravin is now in custody, authorities are still searching for his brother, Shubham.

This arrest marks the third in the ongoing investigation into Siddique's assassination, which has shaken political and public circles alike. The Mumbai Police have launched a massive investigation into the killing, exploring various angles including a possible contract killing, business rivalry, or threats related to a slum rehabilitation project.