"This is the second attempt on his life. Moreover had he wanted to do anything, he could've done it earlier... He has been in jail for 12 years. Would the jail authorities cooperate in smuggling a weapon? It is nonsense. In fact, he saw the gun and moved backwards, which is why his life was saves."

She clarified that Salem had thus far been seeking relief through proper channels all this time, so there was no question of him planning such a drastic act.