Salman Khan buys another bulletproof SUV after latest threats from Lawrence Bishnoi gang

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Bollywood actor Salman Khan has been on high alert after several warnings from the gang, prompting him to take additional safety measures, including purchasing a second bulletproof vehicle.

The actor has upgraded his security once again after receiving latest threats from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, the group that recently claimed responsibility for the murder of Baba Siddique in Mumbai.

Salman Khan’s new vehicle, a Nissan Patrol SUV, was imported from Dubai at a cost of approximately $240,000. The SUV is equipped with advanced safety features, including bulletproof protection, and is powered by a 5.6-litre V8 petrol engine with a four-wheel-drive system. It serves as one of the actor's key defences amid heightened security concerns.

This is the second bulletproof car Salman has imported from Dubai in response to escalating threats from Bishnoi, who has targeted Khan since his involvement in the 1998 blackbuck poaching case.

The blackbuck, a species considered sacred by the Bishnoi community, has placed the actor in the crosshairs of the imprisoned gangster.

Salman Khan's security has been significantly enhanced in recent months, as authorities remain on high alert following Siddique’s murder. The actor continues to face threats, and his security detail has been expanded to ensure his safety.

Salman Khan receives fresh extortion threat from Bishnoi gang

Earlier, it was reported that the actor has once again received a WhatsApp message from the gang, demanding over $600,000 to end their feud.

The warning message stated that if the money is not paid, Salman Khan’s fate “will be worse than that of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddiqui.” This latest threat was reported to the Mumbai traffic police, further escalating concerns about the actor’s safety.

The Mumbai police are currently working to verify the authenticity of the message, and security measures around Salman Khan’s Bandra residence have been intensified.

Where is Lawrence Bishnoi?

Lawrence Bishnoi is currently an inmate at the Sabarmati Central Jail in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Media reports have indicated that Bishnoi has been transferred between different prisons due to concerns for both his safety and his ability to violate jail regulations.