Judicial Custody for Man Arrested in Mira Road 'Lone Wolf' Attack
‘Lone wolf’ attack: Accused sent to judicial custody
The Indian Express
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A 31-year-old man, Zaib Ansari, has been placed in judicial custody for two weeks after allegedly attempting to murder two security guards in Mira Road, Maharashtra. The Anti-Terrorism Squad is investigating potential links to ISIS and claims to have found evidence of radicalization in his home.
- 01Zaib Ansari was arrested for attempting to murder two security guards in Mira Road, Maharashtra.
- 02The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad is investigating possible links to ISIS.
- 03A note found at Ansari's home suggested intentions of carrying out further attacks.
- 04His lawyer claims he suffers from schizophrenia and has specific dietary needs.
- 05The court has ordered a medical assessment during his judicial custody.
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A special court in Thane has remanded Zaib Ansari, a 31-year-old man, to judicial custody for two weeks following his arrest for a 'lone wolf' attack in Mira Road, Maharashtra. Ansari allegedly attempted to murder two security guards at an under-construction building after questioning their religion. The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has taken over the investigation, citing potential links to the terrorist organization ISIS. During a search of his home, authorities found a note indicating radical intentions, including a message threatening 'mushrikeen' (polytheists) with jihad in India. Ansari's lawyer, Wahab Khan, argued that his client suffers from schizophrenia and requested a medical assessment while in custody. The court has agreed to seek a report from jail authorities regarding his health. The ATS has also expressed interest in investigating whether Ansari had radicalized any individuals through online classes he taught to students in the UAE.
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The case raises concerns about local security and the potential for radicalization in the community.
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