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.