Zeeshan Akhtar: From Revenge to Lawrence Bishnoi’s Hitman in the Baba Siddique Murder Case
MUMBAI — Zeeshan Akhtar, the fourth suspect in the murder of Baba Siddique, has emerged as a key player in the case due to his direct connection with the notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Zeeshan, originally from Jalandhar, Punjab, was allegedly tasked with organizing Siddique’s assassination while serving time in jail with Bishnoi.
Direct Link to Lawrence Bishnoi
According to police sources, Zeeshan first came into contact with Bishnoi through Vikram Barar, one of Bishnoi’s close associates. It was Barar who introduced Zeeshan to Bishnoi, and soon after, the responsibility of orchestrating Baba Siddique’s murder was placed on Zeeshan. At the time, both Zeeshan and Bishnoi were incarcerated in Punjab’s Patiala jail. Upon his release, Zeeshan began planning the attack, hiring three shooters to carry out the murder, which took place after four months of preparation.
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One of the shooters, Gurmail, a resident of Kaithal in Haryana, has been Zeeshan’s long-time associate and was instrumental in executing the plan. Zeeshan’s involvement has sent shockwaves across Mumbai, as the case unfolds further.
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Zeeshan’s Criminal Background
Zeeshan’s criminal history dates back to 2022, when he was arrested for charges of murder and extortion. At the time of his arrest, he was found to be using WhatsApp on an international number, a common tactic used by criminals to evade law enforcement. Despite only having studied up to the 10th grade, Zeeshan quickly ascended the ranks of organized crime.
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His father, Mohammed Jameel, and his brother are tile contractors by profession. However, Zeeshan chose a different path, deeply entrenching himself in the criminal underworld. In 2021, Zeeshan became involved in a major extortion case, during which he was tasked with firing shots at the home of Rano, a notorious drug lord in Jalandhar, on orders from Vikram Barar. This incident resulted in his arrest and subsequent imprisonment.
Gangster Life Fueled by Revenge
Zeeshan’s entry into the world of crime at the age of 21 was driven by a deep desire for revenge. Years earlier, a worker at his father’s shop had stolen a phone and sold it in the local market. When Zeeshan’s father confronted the worker, a violent altercation ensued, during which his father was humiliated and physically assaulted. This incident sparked Zeeshan’s thirst for vengeance, propelling him into a life of crime.
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In 2019, Zeeshan carried out his first murder in Tarn Taran, on the orders of Vikram Barar. His connection to Bishnoi and Barar only deepened his criminal activities, making him a dangerous figure in the world of organized crime.
Early Life and Education
Interestingly, Zeeshan’s early life was far removed from the world of crime. At the age of 9, he spent over a year studying Arabic, Persian, and Urdu at a madrasa in Beed, Maharashtra. He later continued his religious education at another madrasa in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, before returning to his village and enrolling in the 6th grade. Zeeshan completed his schooling up to the 10th grade before joining his father in the family’s tile business. However, the humiliation his father faced changed the course of his life, pushing him into the criminal underworld.
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The Murder of Baba Siddique
Baba Siddique, a well-known political figure in Maharashtra, was gunned down outside his office in Mumbai by three assailants. Zeeshan, who orchestrated the crime, remains at large, and his association with Lawrence Bishnoi has drawn significant attention to the case. The police continue to search for Zeeshan as the investigation deepens, and his capture is expected to shed more light on the motive behind the murder.
The connection to Lawrence Bishnoi and the involvement of a criminal network has made this case one of the most high-profile murders in recent times, with many questions still left unanswered.
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