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NIA to probe explosives recovery case near Mukesh Ambani's home

Source:PTI  -  Edited By: Hemant Waje
March 08, 2021 15:36 IST

The National Investigation Agency has taken over the case of a vehicle laden with explosives being found near industrialist Mukesh Ambani's residence in Mumbai, an official spokesperson said on Monday.

IMAGE: An increased Mumbai police presence outside Antilia . Photograph: Arun Patil for Rediff.com

The NIA took over the case following orders from the ministry of home affairs, he said.

The agency is in the process of re-registering the case, the spokesperson added.

 

The Scorpio, with 20 gelatin sticks inside, was found near Ambani's high-rise south Mumbai home on February 25.

Police had said the vehicle was stolen from Airoli-Mulund Bridge on February 18.

Hiren Mansukh, the owner of the vehicle, was found dead in a creek in Thane on Friday.

Source: PTI  -  Edited By: Hemant Waje
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