Mihir Shah, the son of a Shiv Sena politician accused in a fatal hit-and-run case involving a BMW, was arrested on Tuesday by Mumbai Police. Shah, who had been evading police since Sunday morning, was apprehended in Virar near Mumbai. His family members, including his mother and two sisters, have been questioned in connection with the incident.
A German shepherd was found abandoned and zip-tied in Malibu Creek Canyon, prompting an animal rights group to offer a $2,500 reward for information leading to the abuser. The dog, named Argon, is receiving medical treatment and is suspected of having lymphoma.
Amruta Nakhwa, daughter of Kaveri Nakhwa, who was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Mumbai, has demanded the death penalty for Mihir Shah, the son of Shiv Sena leader Rajesh Shah. Mihir Shah, who was arrested two days after the incident, has been accused of ramming his BMW car into a two-wheeler, killing Kaveri Nakhwa and injuring her husband. The victim’s husband, Pradeep Nakhwa, has accused the Maharashtra government of shielding the accused and expressed concerns about the delayed arrest and potential bail for Mihir Shah.
The CBI has made fresh arrests in the NEET-UG paper leak probe, bringing the total number of arrests to 11. The agency arrested a NEET-UG candidate and his father, both from Bihar. The arrests come as the Supreme Court investigates the compromised exam and calls for action against those who benefited from the leak.
The Mumbai Police investigation into the BMW hit-and-run case has uncovered that the accused, Mihir Shah, was aided by his father, Rajesh Shah, a senior leader of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. Rajesh Shah allegedly helped his son escape after the accident and planned to tow away the vehicle. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the recent surge in hit-and-run cases in Maharashtra.
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in the City of Kawartha Lakes made three impaired driving arrests within a three-hour period on Friday evening, with two incidents involving crashes. The incidents highlight the dangers of driving under the influence and the importance of finding safe transportation options.
Three US states have introduced bullet vending machines at grocery stores, allowing customers to purchase ammunition 24/7. These automated kiosks use AI technology and facial recognition to verify buyers’ identities and ensure they are over 18. This move has sparked debate, particularly considering the high rate of gun deaths in the US.
A Haryana Roadways bus carrying school students overturned near Panchkula on Monday morning, injuring around 40 children. The injured students were admitted to a government hospital for treatment. Police suspect speeding, unsafe road conditions, and overloading as possible causes for the accident.
Four Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists were killed in an encounter in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on Saturday. Authorities discovered a hideout where the terrorists had constructed a bunker inside an almirah, raising questions about local involvement. The encounter comes amidst heightened security during the Amarnath Yatra, and has resulted in the death of two soldiers.
Edmonton Police are investigating two separate incidents where a man allegedly assaulted and robbed sex workers after meeting them for arranged sexual services. The suspect is believed to have used a Volkswagen Tiguan Trendline. Police are encouraging anyone with information to come forward.
