A Bangladeshi national has been identified as the suspect in the Saif Ali Khan attack.

The suspect detained in relation to the assault on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is most likely a Bangladeshi national, according to Mumbai Police. After a 70-hour manhunt, the accused—who was identified as 30-year-old Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad—was captured in connection with the January 16 incident at Khan's home.

When the burglar entered Khan's house with the intention of robbing him, the attack happened early on January 16. He repeatedly stabbed Khan during the altercation. According to the authorities, Khan confronted the attacker after he gained entry through a fire exit, seriously injuring him in the process. He was fortunately sent to Lilavati Hospital almost away, and his condition is now said to be stable.

Arrest and Inquiry

Police conducted a thorough investigation after the attack, which included looking over CCTV footage and examining digital evidence. After some time, the culprit was located hiding on a Thane construction site. When he was arrested, authorities found that he had been employed by a housekeeping service and had been in Mumbai for around five to six months.

During a news event, Dixit Gedam, DCP Zone 9, said that initial evidence points to Shehzad as a Bangladeshi national who entered India illegally. After coming to India, he allegedly changed his name to Vijay Das. His name and history are presently being confirmed by the authorities, and they are also learning more about his motivations.

Identity and Experience

Shehzad has been using several aliases, including Mohammed Iliyas and Bijoy Das, according to the probe. The fact that he lacks any legitimate Indian identifying credentials adds to the worries about illegal immigration and Mumbai security.According to authorities, they are looking more closely into his past to see whether he carried out the attack alone or with any collaborators. Because of his unauthorised entry into India, the police have additionally filed further charges under the Passport Act.

The assault on Saif Ali Khan has rocked the movie business and sparked grave concerns about safety in Mumbai, which is frequently cited as one of the safest cities in India. Prominent members of the political and cinematic communities have voiced their concerns about the rise in crimes against celebrities.Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis responded to the public outcry by stressing that although there are occasional isolated occurrences, Mumbai is still one of the safest megacities in India. He did concede, though, that such occurrences ought to be handled quite seriously.

Police will request custody of the accused suspect for additional investigation when they appear in court today. He is charged with both nighttime house trespassing and robbery with intent to do great harm. Shehzad may spend at least seven years behind bars if found guilty of these crimes.

Authorities are working to ensure justice for Saif Ali Khan while tackling more general concerns about illegal immigration and security in cities like Mumbai as investigations continue. The incident highlights important concerns about the safety precautions required to protect both prominent personalities and regular residents, and it serves as a sobering reminder of the risks that they face.