Overview

• Shariful Islam was traced through a combination of CCTV footage, facial recognition, and digital payment records, as detailed in the April chargesheet.
• An ATM withdrawal of ₹1,000 by Islam’s roommates on January 16 played a critical role in mapping his financial trail.
• Islam altered his appearance by shaving his head and beard to evade detection following the attack on Saif Ali Khan.
• Investigators relied heavily on technical evidence, such as call detail records and online transactions, rather than initial questioning of accomplices.
• The chargesheet highlights the use of advanced forensic methods, sparking broader discussions on security and immigration protocols in high-profile cases.