Shots Fired at Car of Lawyer Linked to Lawrence Bishnoi in Delhi

New Delhi: Shots were fired at a car carrying a lawyer associated with jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi in Delhi on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. One person was injured in the incident, which occurred near the Kashmere Gate inter-state bus stand.

Details of the Incident

According to police reports, the shooting took place around 10:00 PM. Five people were in the vehicle, including the lawyer, when it was targeted near the Marghat Hanuman Temple The Hindu. The occupants allege that three individuals on a motorcycle opened fire before fleeing the scene. One person sustained a bullet injury to the shoulder and was hospitalized; their condition is currently stable The Statesman.

Police Investigation

The Delhi Police responded swiftly to the incident. A forensic team is investigating the scene, examining evidence and collecting CCTV footage The Statesman. Deputy Commissioner of Police (North) Raja Banthia stated that police are investigating all possible angles The Hindu.

Claim of Association with Lawrence Bishnoi

The injured individual has claimed to be associated with Lawrence Bishnoi’s legal team The Statesman. But, police sources indicate that this claim is still being verified The Statesman. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear and investigators are considering possibilities such as an old rivalry or a gang-related dispute.

Conflicting Witness Statements

Initial reports suggest the attackers were traveling on a two-wheeler, but there are conflicting accounts regarding the number of assailants involved. Some eyewitnesses reported two individuals, while others claimed there were three ABP Live. Police are working to reconcile these discrepancies as they continue their investigation.

Four to five rounds were fired at the vehicle The Statesman.