A shocking incident of a luxury car theft has shaken Mumbai, with a BMW Z4 convertible valued at ₹80 lakh being stolen from the parking lot of actress Shilpa Shetty’s upscale restaurant, ‘Bastian,’ in Dadar. The theft has sparked concerns about security measures at high-profile establishments in the city, prompting discussions about the safety of patrons and their belongings.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday around 1 am, shortly after Ruhan Khan, a 34-year-old businessman from Bandra, arrived at the restaurant with friends. After handing his car keys to the valet, Khan assumed his vehicle would be safe in the basement parking. However, upon the restaurant’s closure around 4 am, he discovered his car was missing.
“He was shocked to learn that his car disappeared from the parking lot,” News18 quoted an official.
Surveillance footage revealed a swift and alarming operation. Just minutes after the valet parked the BMW, two individuals arrived in a Jeep Compass. Utilizing advanced hacking techniques, they unlocked the red BMW Z4 convertible and drove away within moments, highlighting a serious security breach.
The rapid theft has raised critical questions about the security protocols at ‘Bastian’ and similar venues.
Reacting quickly, Ruhan Khan filed a First Information Report (FIR) at the Shivaji Park Police Station. Authorities are reviewing the surveillance footage and have initiated an investigation, focusing on road cameras in the vicinity to track the stolen vehicle’s movements and identify the culprits. The case has been registered under section 303(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Act, reflecting the seriousness of the offence.
Following the incident, Ruhan Khan expressed his concerns regarding the security measures at the restaurant’s parking facility. He emphasized the need for enhanced safeguards to prevent future occurrences of such incidents.
As Mumbai police continue their investigation, they are meticulously analyzing additional footage from surrounding areas in hopes of locating the stolen BMW and apprehending those responsible.
Located on the 48th floor of Kohinoor Square, ‘Bastian’ is celebrated for its opulent dining experience and has become a popular destination for several Bollywood celebrities. Shilpa Shetty has yet to comment on the incident. The theft at ‘Bastian’ serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of high-profile establishments and the importance of robust security measures to protect patrons and their belongings.
