Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh's manager approached the Mumbai Police after allegedly receiving extortion and threat calls from an individual claiming to be linked to the Bishnoi gang
Mumbai Police on Monday said that a probe was underway. File Pic
Mumbai Police on Monday said that it has launched probe into the complaint received against threat to actor and politician Pawan Singh allegedly by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
Police officials on Monday evening confirmed that an official written complaint was received by the police and the matter was being probed.
"An application is received in the police station and appropriate action will be taken after inquiry," said a senior police officer.
According to sources, an official police complaint was filed by Pawan Singh's manager at Oshiwara Police station in suburban Mumbai.
Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh's manager approached the Mumbai Police after allegedly receiving extortion and threat calls from an individual claiming to be linked to the Bishnoi gang.
The complaint states that the caller reportedly demanded money and warned Singh not to share the stage with Salman Khan at the Bigg Boss 19 Grand Finale.
According to the complaint, the threats were made through multiple phone numbers and a member of Singh’s team also received similar messages.
The threats reportedly surfaced shortly after Singh announced on Instagram that he would be performing with Salman Khan on the show.
Police officials said that they were currently working to identify the source of the threat calls. Multiple teams have been formed to verify the threats to Singh.
The controversy erupted just a day after Pawan Singh announced that he would be sharing the stage with Salman Khan for the Bigg Boss 19 finale on social media.
He took to his Instagram handle and wrote, "Bhaijaan ke saath Bigg Boss 19 ke Grand Finale mein humare saath judenge Powerstar Pawan Singh." On the show, the Bhojpuri singer performed alongside Salman Khan and former contestant Neelam Giri.
The unknown individuals reportedly demanded money from Pawan Singh and even sent threats using multiple phone numbers, with connections traced from Bihar to Mumbai. Members of Singh's team and those managing his work also received similar threatening messages.
Pawan Singh reportedly received phone calls, warning him not to share the stage with Bollywood actor Salman.
The caller allegedly threatened "serious consequences" if Pawan Singh proceeded with his scheduled performance.
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