In a new development in Baba Siddique murder case, it has come to light that the shooters and conspirators used Snapchat to communicate and coordinate with each other. Investigation has revealed that a picture of NCP leader Baba Siddique’s son, Zeeshan Siddique was shared to the accused by their handler. Zeeshan’s photo has been found in phone of the accused. Mumbai Police said, “A picture of Baba Siddique’s son Zeeshan Siddique was found in the phone of the accused in Baba Siddique’s murder. This picture was shared with the accused by their handler through Snapchat. Investigation revealed that the shooters and conspirators used Snapchat to share information.” As per reports, Zeeshan Siddique was also on the hit-list; police told that during interrogation, accused revealed that they were asked to kill both Baba and Zeeshan by their handlers.

Former Maharashtra Minister and NCP leader was shot dead on October 12 in Bandra East outside his son Zeeshan’s office. Mumbai Crime Branch has been investigating the case. Nine people have been arrested so far. Mumbai Police arrested Gurmail Baljit Singh and Dharmaraj Rajesh Kashyap who are alleged to be shooters, Harishkumar Balakram Nisad and Pravin Lonkar who is said to be the ‘co-conspirator.’ Five more were arrested by the police after carrying out raids in Karjat, Navi Mumbai and Dombivli based on specific intelligence. As reported by Hindustan Times, these five were in touch with the Lawrence Bishnoi Gang.

Mumbai Police Suspend Constable

Mumbai Police has suspended the security guard Constable Shyam Sonawane, who was present with late NCP leader Baba Siddique at the time of the murder. Police added that an internal investigation is also going on.