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Ex-Cops, Eight Others to Face Murder, Terror Charges in Antilia Bomb Scare
Two former police officers and eight others are set to face trial for murder, extortion, and terror-related charges linked to the 2021 Antilia bomb scare in Mumbai.
Mumbai, India – Two former police officers and eight other individuals are slated to stand trial on charges including murder, extortion, and criminal conspiracy, in connection with the 2021 Antilia bomb scare in south Mumbai.
The accused will face proceedings under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, encompassing murder, extortion, destruction of evidence, and criminal conspiracy. Additionally, they will be tried under relevant provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and the Explosive Substances Act, indicating the gravity of the allegations.
The case centres on the discovery of a sports utility vehicle (SUV) laden with explosives near 'Antilia', the residence of billionaire industrialist Mukesh Ambani, in south Mumbai. The vehicle was found on February 25, 2021, sparking a major investigation.
The former police officers named in the framing of charges are Sachin Waze and Pradeep Sharma. Both, along with the eight other co-accused, will now proceed to trial for their alleged roles in the incident and its aftermath.
Reporting by the The Indian Morning Post Editorial Desk.
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