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Man Arrested After Pointing Air Gun at Mahim Chemist

Police say a prior dispute likely motivated the threat, with CCTV and witness statements under review.

Overview

  • Mahim police arrested 35-year-old Saurabh Kumar Singh and seized the air gun after the confrontation.
  • Police say he entered Plus Medical in the Kapda Bazaar area on Tuesday morning with part of his face covered and pointed the air gun at the chemist.
  • The chemist stayed composed, forced the intruder out, and no injuries were reported.
  • Officers describe a prior dispute between the men as the likely trigger, with motive still being verified through CCTV and witness accounts.
  • A case has been registered under BNS Sections 115, 351(3) and 352 and Maharashtra Police Act Sections 37(1) and 135, and officials note that using any air gun to threaten is a criminal offense.