Saif Ali Khan Attack Case: Accused Claims Arrest Was ‘Illegal’ in Court

Saif Ali Khan

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was attacked in his Mumbai home on January 16, 2025, by an intruder named Mohammad Shariful Islam, who intended to commit theft Saif suffered serious injuries from being stabbed six times and required medical treatment.

Saif Ali Khan

The accused, Mohammad Shariful Islam, is currently in police custody and has been actively seeking ways to secure his release from jail

Saif Ali Khan

On May 9, Shariful Islam filed an application in a Mumbai court claiming that his arrest was illegal, as he was not provided with all necessary information at the time of the arrest

Saif Ali Khan

The accused's petition, presented by lawyer Ajay Gawli, argues that the arrest violated Section 47 of the Indian Civil Security Code (BNSS), and demands his release from jail

Saif Ali Khan

The petition also asserts that the police failed to give the accused written details of the crime, and no relevant records were available to show compliance with mandatory legal provisions

Saif Ali Khan

The Mumbai court has requested a response from the police and postponed the hearing of the case to May 13, allowing more time to address these claims

Saif Ali Khan

Saif Ali Khan's attack occurred when he intervened after hearing a noise and discovering an assault on one of his female employees in his home

Saif Ali Khan

Following the attack, Saif Ali Khan was hospitalized at Lilavati Hospital, underwent surgery, and was discharged on January 21, 2025, after receiving treatment for neck and spine injuries

Saif Ali Khan

The case has drawn significant media attention, with updates on the legal proceedings and Saif's recovery being closely followed by the public