Mumbai Police have started proceedings to cancel Kamaal R. Khan’s pistol licence following his arrest in the Oshiwara firing case. Police claim he admitted to firing shots from his licensed weapon, with missing ammunition still under investigation
Kamaal R Khan
Mumbai Police have initiated the process to cancel the pistol licence of actor and social media personality Kamaal R. Khan, popularly known as KRK, following his arrest in connection with the Oshiwara firing case. The move comes after an Andheri metropolitan magistrate’s court remanded him to 14 days of judicial custody, with investigators citing serious concerns over the alleged misuse of a licensed firearm.
KRK's gun licence to get cancelled
According to police officials, the Versova police station has sent the necessary documents to the office of the Mumbai Police Commissioner to begin proceedings to revoke KRK’s licence for his 7.76 mm German-made Mauser pistol. Police informed the court that KRK allegedly admitted to firing shots from his licensed weapon during questioning.
The incident reportedly took place on the night of January 18, when two rounds were allegedly fired. However, investigators have so far recovered only one empty cartridge from the scene. Police told the court that the weapon is capable of holding up to seven bullets, and several rounds are yet to be accounted for. Officials also stated that KRK claimed the remaining ammunition was with his brother in Uttar Pradesh and that he would hand it over once he secured bail.
During the court proceedings, the magistrate questioned police on whether anyone had been injured in the incident. Investigators confirmed that no injuries were reported. The court also sought clarification on the distance between the firing location and the complainants’ residence. Police estimated the distance to be around 400 to 500 metres, while the defence argued it was closer to one kilometre, casting doubt on whether a bullet could travel that far. Police maintained that such a distance was possible.
All about the case
KRK’s lawyer, Sana Raees Khan, has strongly opposed the allegations and applied for bail, describing the case as fabricated. The defence argued that there was no concrete evidence to suggest criminal intent and claimed procedural lapses, including the absence of prior notice before KRK’s arrest. The legal team also stated that the matter largely pertained to technical violations under the Arms Act rather than any act of violence.
After the completion of his police custody, KRK was sent to judicial custody as investigations continue. Authorities are now focused on tracing the missing ammunition, examining forensic evidence, and determining whether the firearm was discharged in violation of licence conditions.
The case remains under judicial scrutiny, with further hearings expected as police proceed with both the criminal investigation and administrative action regarding the firearm licence.
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